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Trafalgar Square (/ t r ə ˈ f æ l ɡ ər / trə-FAL-gər) is a public square in the City of Westminster, Central London, established in the early 19th century around the area formerly known as Charing Cross.
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See the famous lion statues, the iconic fountains and Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square. What is Trafalgar Square? Trafalgar Square is a public square that features some of London’s top attractions, from galleries and historic buildings to statues and monuments.
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- Nelson’s Column. Trafalgar Square itself is named after the Battle of Trafalgar. Famously, this naval battle between Britain and the Napoleon-led France and Spain would claim the life of Admiral Nelson, but become his most famous victory.
- The National Gallery. You will find over 2,300 paintings inside the building, with works spanning the period from the mid-13th century straight through to 1900.
- Trafalgar Square Lions. All very well and good, but there’s more to the lions than meets the eye. The lions were sculpted by Edwin Landseer – who until he accepted the commission had never sculpted a thing in his life (no pressure then).
- The Fountains. The plan was also popular with the Government, who saw it as a way to decrease the likelihood of any pesky riots. As such, two new fountains were designed and added to the square in 1841.
We manage Trafalgar Square, one of London’s most vibrant spaces in the middle of the city. Find out about the history of this heritage site, its statues and its fountains.
Arguably one of the most visited attractions in London, Trafalgar Square is a location in Central London that was developed purely to commemorate the Battle of Trafalgar, in 1805. The spot was originally called King William the Fourth’s Square but this was later renamed Trafalgar Square.
