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The Royal Parks of London are some of the most beautiful and beloved spaces in the city. Just like the buildings of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, or St Pancras Station, mentioning Hyde Park or Greenwich Park is enough to awaken the magic of the capital in both residents and tourists. They provide a wonderful glimpse into the history of London – some have been royal properties since the time of the Norman conquest, while others were acquired by Henry VIII during the Reformation and served as grand hunting grounds for successive monarchs. Since the day they opened to the public, they have hosted significant events in London, such as the Great Exhibition in Hyde Park and countless celebrations, international competitions, and contests. Today, the Royal Parks attract over 77 million visitors. But what are the ingredients of these epic green spaces? We often think of grand landscapes featuring trees, grass, lakes, walkways, and flowerbeds. However, the Royal Parks are much more than that. Defined as "parkitecture," they include royal palaces, imposing houses, mansions, monuments, statues of national figures and war heroes, public art that is often contradictory yet inspiring, sculptures, pavilions, gates, and exceptionally designed railings, fountains, recreational areas, lodges and halls, bridges, and marine residences. Each of the Royal Parks is characterized by its own "parkitecture," from the formal layout of Regent's and St James's Parks to the rural atmosphere of Bushy and Richmond Parks. This new book is a celebration of the buildings and monuments of the Royal Parks of London, featuring over 250 beautiful illustrations.
Manufacturer
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Books
- Skroutz Book Awards 2025
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- Type
- General History
- Language
- English
- Subtitle
- -
- Cover
- Hardcover
- Number of Pages
- 224
- Release Date
- 28/04/2025
- Publication Date
- 2025
- Dimensions
- 3x28.2 cm
- ISBN-13
- 9781036117320
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