Did you know that there was a bus that used to run in the 1960s from Kolkata ( then Calcutta) in India to London in England? The double-decker bus was known as Albert and the trips covered by it were called Albert tours. Was there any bus service from Calcutta to London? According to the […]
Category: London
What Caused London’S Great Stink?
For centuries the River Thames had been used as a dumping ground for the capital’s waste and as the population grew, so did the problem. The hot summer of 1858 elevated the stench to an unbearable level and resulted in an episode known as ‘The Great Stink’. How did they stop the Great Stink? The […]
How Big Are The Sewers In London?
Six main interceptor sewers, totalling almost 160 km (100 miles) in length, were constructed, some incorporating stretches of London’s “lost” rivers. How deep are the sewers in London? The deepest point is below Hampstead Heath at Bull and Bush (where a station was part-built, but never completed), which reaches 67m. The deepest space in London […]
When Was Hms Belfast Moored In London?
After some years the trust was successful and HMS Belfast was brought to London opening to the public on Trafalgar Day, 21 October 1971. Today she is the last remaining vessel of her type – one of the largest and most powerful light cruisers ever built. When was HMS Belfast moored in the Thames? 1971On […]
Does London Have A Navy?
The Royal Navy is part of His Majesty’s Naval Service, which also includes the Royal Marines. Is there a US Navy base in London? Naval Submarine Base New London is the primary United States Navy East Coast submarine base, also known as the “Home of the Submarine Force.” It is located in Groton, Connecticut directly […]
Where Do London Sewers Go?
Many sewers north of the Thames feed into the Northern Outfall Sewer, which transports sewage to Beckton Sewage Treatment Works. South of the river, the Southern Outfall Sewer extends to a similar facility at Crossness. Where do the sewers lead to? wastewater treatment facilityWhen the wastewater flushed from your toilet or drained from your household […]
How Long Is A Train Ride From London To Portugal?
Take the train from London to Lisbon in 44 hours 59 minutes If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 44 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 986 miles (1587 km). Can […]
Is Barcelona More Expensive Than London?
You can change the amount in this calculation. Do you live in London? Tell us some prices in London. Do you live in Barcelona?Cost of Living Comparison Between London and Barcelona. City Cost of Living Index Barcelona 57.8 London 74.8 New York, NY 100 Prague 53.07 Is London cheaper than Barcelona? Cost of living in […]
Is Spain More Expensive Than London?
Here are some other cost of living comparison between Spain and United Kingdom: Spain cost of living (without rent ) is 22.6% cheaper than in United Kingdom. To rent a property in Spain it is is 33.3% cheaper than in United Kingdom. Groceries are 19.2% cheaper in Spain than in United Kingdom. Is Spain cheaper […]
Does The Eurostar Go From London To Barcelona?
The train from London to Barcelona usually takes 16h 36m, but can take 11h 31m on the fastest services. You’ll need to make one change along the way during your journey, travelling with Eurostar and Renfe-SNCF. On board, you’ll find comfortable seating, space for luggage and, on most services, free WiFi as standard. Can you […]