The Devilish Side of London

The weaving metropolis of Britain’s capital city makes a great destination for exploration and escapades. There’s plenty to keep you busy from boat trips on the Thames to taking a peek at the Houses of Parliament, not to mention the treats for your taste buds with an enviable selection of restaurants, cafes and bars.

If you fancy finding out more about London’s darker side from the macabre medieval times to the Gothic horror of the Victorian era, there are still a few sights to be seen that can give you a glimpse to a whole other side of London.

The riddle of London’s prolific murderer deemed ‘Jack the Ripper’ still remains unsolved to this day and is a story shrouded in myth and mystery which attracts the interest of residents and visitors alike. In 1888, the East end of the city was prowled by a fearsome killer who left a bloodstained trail of terror that continues to horrify and fascinate.

If you want to take a trip in the steps of the ripper then head for the Whitechapel area of the East end. One of the best ways to make sure you see everything on offer is to take a walking tour where you can immerse yourself in the story as you wind your way through the crooked and cobbled alleyways of yesteryear. Furthermore, you can take in some fine examples of Victorian architecture whilst you‘re at it.

A quick whip across to the west side of the city will have you at the Hunterian Museum which is located inside The Royal College of Surgeons of England at Lincoln's Inn Fields. The museum contains a unique collection of specimens belonging to the pioneering surgeon and anatomist John Hunter (1728-93). The museum has been going strong since 1813 and offers you an intriguing glimpse at a variety of bizarre and baffling artefacts.

At the Hunterian museum you can see the skeleton of Irish giant Charles Byrne who stood at seven feet seven inches tall. In complete contrast, you can also view the skeleton of Sicilian midget Caroline Crachami, who grew to little over one and a half feet tall.

Amongst other things the museum houses an awe inspiring mix of human and animal anatomy, pathology specimens, surgical and dental instruments. You can also view the artistic side of anatomy as permanent and temporary exhibitions encourage visitors to explore the science and art of surgery through paintings, drawings, sculpture and interactive features.

If all this isn’t enough then get yourself to the London Dungeon and experience some of the darkest moments in the capitals grisly history. In the darkest deepest depths of the dungeon you can find two rides popular with all ages as well as actors, shows and interactive special effects which might just give you the fright of your life.

With all the ghostly talk don’t forget to research hotels in London as well and make you sure you secure yourself a room in a central part of town, from where you can then easily investigate the ghastly and grotesque.

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