Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Visit London Virtual Tour - Michael Hoey

 For my virtual field trip, I chose Visit London Virtual Tour (http://360.visitlondon.com/#), through this tour I got to see multiple interesting locations using the 360-degree views given, making it feel like I was there truly looking at all the sites. London is a cool city filled with tons of history, rich culture, and famous landmarks and here are some of the places that caught my eye:

1.)   The Guards on Horses at the Whitehall:

-       This was an interesting image to me because in America you do not see any police officers or guards dressed like that or sitting on horses protecting anything. These guards are iconic with their uniforms and their large horses, this gives a sense of culture when looking at this.

A group of people riding horses in front of a large building with Horse Guards in the background

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2.)   Colorful Designed Theatre:

-       When coming across this theatre I do not remember ever seeing a theatre so lit-up and vibrant. This caught my eye very quickly and makes me want to sit in this theatre and watch a show. Gives a glimpse of the energy in London I feel like.

 

3.)   Cricket Field – Kia Oval

-       I stopped across this athletic field which interested me right away. I first thought it was a stadium for soccer but later found out it was one of the most famous cricket grounds in the world. In the U.S. cricket is barely recognized, so I do not know much about it, but this stadium looks awesome, and it gives me a chance to appreciate how big it is in London.

 

 This virtual tour through the city of London gave me an interesting but cool glimpse into the traditions, culture, entertainment, and sports. I like the idea of virtual field trips because unfortunately field trips can be pricey and not all can afford, so having the ability to have it virtually gives all students a chance to dive in on cool sights like this and learn all about these historic places.

2 comments:

  1. This virtual field trip sounds amazing! I love how you highlighted the unique cultural aspects of London, like the Guards on Horses and the vibrant theatre. It's true that virtual tours make learning about different places so accessible, especially when physical trips aren’t always possible. The Cricket Field at Kia Oval is also a great example of how virtual experiences can broaden our understanding of global sports, especially ones less common in the U.S. Great job sharing your experience!

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  2. Your observation about the guards on horseback is spot on! The iconic image of the Horse Guards in London is a distinctive feature of British tradition. It really does highlight the sense of culture and history that the UK has preserved. The ceremonial guards, dressed in their formal uniforms and sitting on horses, offer a visual experience that’s rare in many parts of the world, including the U.S. It's a great example of how different cultures express their heritage in unique ways. The sense of formality and the connection to history really come through in this image.

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