Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square is the best known of the many squares in London. It is a popular place for tourist. Nelson's column is on one side of the square.

The column is guarded by four lion statues. It stands 46 m (about 151 ft) high. On top is a 5.5 m (18 ft) statue of Admiral Nelson. He was killed at the battle of Trafalgar in 1805.

Around the square are several important buildings including the National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery. Both have free admission. Other building around or nearby are: St. Martin-in-the-Fields Church, Canadian High Commission (Canada House), South Africa High Commission (South Africa House), the Institute of Contemporary Art and the English National Opera.