PIN Royal Albert Hall
Amazing concert hall
The Albert Hall, named after Queen Victoria` s beloved consort, stands proudly against the London skyline. Unmistakeable with its intricate dome and exquisite Victorian facade it hosts numerous amazing musical events form `the Proms` to pop concerts. The unique architecture is contributory towards its fantastic acoustic qualities and is one of many outstanding London landmarks.
History
Its construction started on may 20, 1867, and its inauguration took place four years later, on 29 march 1871.Since its opening by Queen Victoria in 1871, the world's leading artists from many performance genres have appeared on its stage.
TripTide Thoughts
There are icons and icons but this one is head, shoulders and dome above the rest.
How to get there
Take the Picadilly and Circle lines to South Kensington and take a brisk 10 minutes walk.
Tags
- History
- , Culture
- , West
- , Winning West
- , landmark
Location
Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, Kensington, London, SW7 2AP (View on Google Maps)Royal Albert Hall