Day 2: Walking Tour
So other than my aching feet and overwhelming exhaustion, I think day two was a really good overview of what this city is all about. We walked about twelve miles and rooks almost 27,000 steps over about ten hours! The vast size of this city is truley remarkable. With London being a Roman town, it has undeniable roots. As the city has grown and changed over time, the architects, monarchs, and city planners have done a good job at maintaining the city’s true and original roots. These moments are clear when you see a 21st century building peeking over stone buildings that has been here for centuries. I especially loved the strong verticality The Shard dominates over the city. Overall, the connection between the old vs the new is very a unique element that separates it from other progressive Roman towns across the globe. London has linked the city’s history to make it part of its future and it will definitely be interesting to see how London further changes its skyline.
