The first London in a while

The last time when I went to London was fifteen years ago.  At that time, I did not so much familiar with foreign countries, so I still had a tension and fear about foreigners.  Apparent condition does not have been changed, but shops, people, underground path and food is changed obviously.

It takes about 70 min from Leicester to St. Pancras of London by The National Railway (  http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ ) . On the first day, I visited The British Museum ( http://www.britishmuseum.org/ ) which collections are huge amount such as mummies, Rosetta stones and other sculptures,  and The National Gallery  ( http://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/ ) which drawing collections are mainly from 13th to 20th century.  Both of their entrance fees are free, because those facilities are supported by sponsorships and patrons.  On the web-sites, their finances are mentioned as annual reports and future plan, so I would like to check in details someday.

At the dinner, I went to The Princess of Shoreditch ( http://www.theprincessofshoreditch.com/ ) which are selected as a New Gastro Pub of the Year 2010.  The pub has a traditional atmosphere, and a essence of French.  Staff also has a friendly smile and confidence.  After enjoying British Beer, we had a champagne; Pol Rodger BRUT Reserve NV ( http://www.polroger.com/english/  ) which assemblage is Pinot Noir 33%, Chardonnay 33%, and Pinot Meunier 33%.  This Maison champagne was selected for the wedding party of Prince William & Catherine Middleton.  After a long interval(? may be..), I could have a delicious champagne.

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