A Stroll in the Park

To end their time in London, my parents left Buckingham Palace and took a stroll through some of the local parks. In this particular area, there are several parks that run continuously in a row. So
my parents thought it was only fitting to walk the trails that many English people have walked before them.



First, they visited St Jame's Park that was filled with beautiful flowers. It's the oldest of the Royal Parks of London and can be found in Westminister. King Henry VIII bought this park in 1532 and kept various exotic animals there such as camels, crocodiles, elephants, and birds.


Next, they strolled through Green Park, which is also one of the Royal Parks of London. It was originally a swampy burial ground for lepers until Henry VIII had it enclosed in the 16th century. This park consists entirely of wooded meadows and does not include any lakes, statues, or fountains. (Look closely to see the squirrel in the photo to the left.)



My parents ended their journey at Hyde Park, which is linked with Kensington Gardens and stretches over 625 acres. When my parents arrived at that point, they decided to hop back on the Tube and head home as their feet were aching after a week long of walking around England. What a wonderful trip that had taken! A trip they will remember for a lifetime.