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Must-See Iconic Buildings in London—Grand Old City of Historic Allures

London is one of the oldest cities in Europe and certainly a fascinating place to visit. The type of buildings you can explore are varied, ranging from football stadiums to government buildings – all boasting impressive architectural designs. Check out these must-see buildings in London.

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The Iconic Wembley Stadium

Everyone has heard about Wembley Stadium, and when in London, you certainly can't afford to miss checking out this iconic attraction. Home to the English national football team and host of the FA Cup finals, catching a match or music concert at this stadium will be a treat to remember. Boasting a seating capacity of 90,000, the stadium's most impressive architectural feature is the Wembley Crown Arch. This 134-metre-tall arch supports most of the stadium's roof. Located close to most luxury hotels in London, the stadium is just one of the iconic attractions in London you can easily reach from Pan Pacific London.

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Book a Show at the Royal Albert Hall

Located in the famous Kensington district of London, this is a world-famous concert hall. The iconic dome beneath, where the circular auditorium sits, is one of the most elegant halls in the nation and enjoying a concert there will reveal its amazing acoustics. However, apart from the rich classical music concerts hosted at the Royal Albert Hall, you can catch other genres of musical shows performed by some of the world's top artists. This goes for heavy metal, pop, and goth, which, as you would have guessed, sound amazing in the circular auditorium. The Royal Albert Hall is one of the easy-to-reach places among well-located London hotels and catching a show there will be quite the feather in your cap.

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Explore the Southbank Centre

This refers to a collection of performance venues located along the South Bank of the iconic River Thames. Noted as one of the largest venues for performing arts, the centre compromises an art gallery and three venues where you can catch world-class shows. It's hard to not find a show that caters to your likes because the Southbank Centre is noted for its yearly shows covering literature, music, and dance; annually, around 2,000 shows are held. Several other events are free to anyone interested; and these include workshops, educational tours, and many other interesting topics.

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Soak Up the History at St Paul's Cathedral

This cathedral has been an iconic landmark in London for over three centuries and is woven into the very fabric of Britain's history with ties to its monarchy and legends. The complex was completed in 1711 and features classical Baroque architectural styles. St Paul's is, without doubt, one of the most famous cathedrals in England enjoying celebrity status as the venue for the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana as well as being featured in movies such as Mary Poppins and Harry Potter.

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The Tower of London

Go there to savour the tower's sinister past as a gaol that was the last home to many of Britain's past kings and queens. On the brighter side, you can leave the execution tower to head over for a view of the crown jewels. You may want to check the tower's visitor schedule though, before planning a visit.