| November 9, 2003 |
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Greenwood's Map of London 1827
London  is a truly cosmopolitan city, rich with history, culture, and tradition. But to truly understand London today, you must understand its early geography. This fascinating web site, hosted by Bath Spa University College, shows an interactive map created from a survey carried out from 1825-1827. The map, scaled at eight inches to the mile, zeroes in on central London and its immediate surroundings, allowing you to focus on points of interest in great detail. For a quick taste of London circa 1825, start your journey at Hyde Park, move east to Green Park and Leicester Square, and then south to the Playground for Westminster Scholars. After a walk through 19th-century London, you'll not only have a greater appreciation for old-school city planning, but also for the surveyors who plotted this incredibly detailed map. (in Travel) |
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