Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Guest Post: Hampstead – Place for a Perfect Day Out


The most popular attraction in North-West London is undoubtedly Hampstead Heath with its historical sites, beautiful expanse of greenery, several ponds, and events that take place in and around the Heath. Situated in the London Borough of Camden, the Hampstead area maintains its image of prosperity and has been home to several famous names, both past and present such as Lord Byron, Sigmund Freud, George Orwell and Stephen Fry. Its beautiful village feel is just a part of what attracts so many famous personalities and the affluent middle class residents from all over London who come in the summer to amble on the heath.


Spending a day in Hampstead & West Hampstead would be delight for anyone as there is plenty to be seen around. To begin with, there is the magnificent Neasden Temple which is the largest functioning Hindu temple outside India. Sigmund Freud’s house on Maresfield Gardens which comprises the Freud Museum and contains the famous original psychoanalytic couch used by Freud to treat patients is also an intriguing site to see.

Other interesting sites include the Keats House where the famous poet John Keats wrote the well known poem ‘Ode to a Nightingale’. It is also recommended that you get a guided tour of the lovely house of the modernist architect Erno Goldfinger. Art lovers can check out Kenwood House which contains artwork by famous artists such Rembrandt, Vermeer and Henry Moore.
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Hampstead has several patisseries, cafes and restaurants where you can treat your taste buds or you can move ahead to West Hampstead to enjoy the nightlife with its numerous bars and gastro-pubs.

Considering that there is so much to enjoy in Hampstead and around, you could either make a quick one-day tour or stay in residential apartments in Hampstead for a more relaxed weekend getaway.
Enjoy!!

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