Trafalgar Square, Westminster, Central London, England
Record Id: 3289
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Brief description of site
Trafalgar Square features Nelson's Column (1843), fountains (1845) and bronze lions designed by Edwin Landseer in 1867, as well as many other sculptures and listed buildings.
Brief history of site
The site of Trafalgar Square was originally the Great Mews for Whitehall Palace. It was redeveloped from the 1820s onwards as a key part of John Nash's plans for the West End. The square was designed to enhance the setting of the National Gallery and to connect the Strand with the West End.
Location information:
Address: Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN
Locality: Central London
Local Authorities:
Greater London; Westminster
Historical County: Middlesex
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 176 | Grid Ref: | TQ300804 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude: | 51.50759 | Longitude: | -0.1282067 |
Directions:
Nearest station - Charing Cross (mainline and underground).
Key information:
Form of site: public square
Current use of site: Commemorative
Context or principal building: art gallery
Main period of development: Early 19th century
Survival: Extant
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