Tuesday, 10 January 2012

St Pancras Station: Don’t miss the train

This is the world famous station for art lovers. The architecture of the building is enough to make one spell bound. The Victorian Gothic architecture makes it one of the most amazing feats of architecture in the world. This particular building has formed a part of numerous films like the Harry Potter Series and The Ladykillers. If you really want to experience the reality of these movies then St Pancras station is a must visit for you.

A 9m tall bronze sculpture of an intimate pose by the world renowned sculptor Paul Day is something that will hold you in awe. Sir John Betjeman has been honored at this very place as he was the one who was responsible for saving this station from demolition in the 1960's. In a tribute to this famous poet and railway enthusiast an 8.5 ft tall sculpture has been installed to celebrate Sir John Betjeman and his poetry.

St Pancras station has undergone restoration and the famous St. Pancras Clock re constructed by the original makers Dent hangs high in the apex of the Barlow Shed thus giving befitting dignity to this place. Being a place where all such wonderful pieces of art the station set a perfect background for the kind of events that are organized here from time to time.

While vacationing in the UK London short-term rentals will makes it a point to guide you to the best places where your cravings for art or literature will be put to rest.

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