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In parks and gardens, squares and riverbanks of London, many tributes and memorials stand proud. For locals these bronze, marble and stone structures are just a part of the scenery as they pass by them every day. For some snap happy tourists, the structures are nothing more than a photo opportunity for the holiday album. But all of these monuments have a tale to tell of London’s history, culture and pride.

Nelson’s Column
Standing proud in Trafalgar square, Nelson’s Column, visited by millions daily offers a landmark for London and a meeting place for many, including the infamous flocks of pigeons. Guarded by 4 bronze lions, the column stands 180 foot tall, with the 18 foot statue of Nelson placed on top of the great column. This grand tribute celebrates Admiral Horatio Nelson’s victories against the French in th 19th Century, including the Battle of Trafalgar in which he died. Nelson’s body is entombed in St Paul’s Cathedral.

Cleopatra’s Needle
An ancient monument guarded by two bronze sphinxes, set on the Thames Embankment. Matching examples can be found in Paris and New York. The granite structures are set with hieroglyphs, and the inscriptions commemorate Ramessess II’s military victories. The needle, straight from the land of Cleopatra’s spa deals a fantastic piece of history to London’s landscape.

Ronald Reagan
One of the newest statues in London is outside the U.S Embassy in London. The life size bronze statue was unveiled on 4th July 2011; American Independence Day. The statue celebrates 100 years since the birth of former President of the United States Ronald Regan. The statue is part of a collection of tributes to former US presidents surrounding the embassy building.

The scales of Justice
Mounted on top of the dome of the Old Bailey courthouse is the beautiful scales of justice statue. The statue is decorated in gold leaf, and has been a scene setter for many legal dramas and feature films. The Old Bailey is London’s central criminal court and has been home to some of the most prominent trials in British History. Although the Old Bailey is not a tourist attraction, visitors can watch real trials take place in the public galleries.

The are many more statues to be found around the streets of London, and spotting them all can be a great idea for a fun and free day out!

When people go on a vacation, they want to see places that they have never seen before. For those people, who have never visited Asia before holidays in Singapore, offer a great introduction to this amazing continent.

When many people think of Singapore, they think of olden days of crowded streets in an urban city. However, this is simply not the true picture of this lovely city. Residents call Singapore the jewel of the Pacific, and it is consistently growing and developing, making for the perfect vacation destination for anyone.

Singapore is a lively city that stays awake around the clock, and no matter what time of the year people come, there is something on to see or do. While in the city, visitors may choose to relax in one of the various luxurious resorts available, and enjoy an afternoon in a spa or enjoy some of their many other amenities. A great place to visit with the family is Universal Studios. This magnificent park boasts more than 20 theme rides that visitors can only find here in Singapore.

If you are on a budget, there are plenty of free things to do in Singapore, as well. One fantastic, free place to visit is the Lake of Dreams. The Lake of Dreams, located in central Singapore, is known for its water and light show, complete with entertaining music and captivating firework displays. People of any age will delight in spending a day here in this fabulous location.

Another place that people want to visit is the Voyage De la Vie. Here, visitors will see some of the most famous circus performers on the globe performing elaborate shows for their entertainment. People of all ages will have the time of their lives watching these splendid shows and listening to the entertaining music of the city.

For the adventurist at heart, they may choose to visit Bedok Reservoir Park where they can spend an exciting day in the jungle taking in the beauty of the area and the local wildlife. The park also has an area that is specially reserved for young visitors, where they can enjoy exploring safely, while having the time of their lives.

After an exciting day exploring all that Singapore has to offer, adults may want to return to their hotels and prepare for a night on the town. Singapore has an exciting night life not found anywhere else. There are many nightclubs where visitors can dance the night away, enjoying the music and drinks of the city. They can also see some of the most fashionable clothing anywhere, here in Singapore.

In conclusion Malaysia holidays and specifically Singapore offer any holiday maker whether it’s their first time to Asia or not a fantastic holiday experience.