Fit for a queen

Greenwich in London is a remarkable concentration of architectural riches. In a small area you can visit the splendour of the Queen’s House, a handsome pile of majestic columns, crowned with the beautiful swirl of the Tulip Stairs.

It’s just a short walk away to the commanding site of the Old Royal Naval College, with its domed Painted Hall and fabulously intricate chapel. These gems may be full of the grandeur of old, but with symmetry and pure lines of their contemporary successors. A photographer’s joy.

And thanks to Cindy Eve of 3 Days in London for recommending the trek to this popular corner of the city.

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Tags: architecture, chapel, Cindy Eve, Great Hall, Greenwich, heritage, history, London, majestic columns, Old Royal Naval College, Painted Hall, photography, Queen's House, tourism, travel, Tulip Stairs

12 thoughts on “Fit for a queen”

moorezart on May 30, 2015 at 22:23 said:

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ckponderings on May 6, 2015 at 15:06 said:

Lovely shots, Mike (although ‘Circle of Diamonds’ makes my eyes go funny!). I’ve not been there since I was knee high to a grasshopper… I need to get me back there again! :)

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- mikeosbornphoto on May 7, 2015 at 14:24 said:
  
  It does?! I can’t say I’ve noticed that. Is it like that dress all over again?!
  
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dianaed2013 on May 4, 2015 at 17:55 said:

Wonderful. Have been there but not achieved the lovely images.

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- mikeosbornphoto on May 4, 2015 at 17:56 said:
  
  Thank you Diana. It’s a great place to visit. I spent a long time with that staircase!
  
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LensScaper on May 3, 2015 at 20:06 said:

I’ve been to Greenwich a few times for exhibitions but I’ve clearly missed these fabulous buildings. Beautiful images, Mike

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- mikeosbornphoto on May 3, 2015 at 20:26 said:
  
  Thank you Andy. It’s astounding how many riches are piled into a small area – most definitely worth a look.
  
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Cos on May 3, 2015 at 10:03 said:

The stairs are very beautiful. I love the photo with the silhouettes!

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- mikeosbornphoto on May 3, 2015 at 10:05 said:
  
  Thank you Koos :) I was actually having some sort of relationship with the staircase… This is a good place to explore next time you’re in London.
  
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  - Cos on May 3, 2015 at 10:10 said:
    
    You’ll have to make a list for us ;)
    
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    - mikeosbornphoto on May 3, 2015 at 10:10 said:
      
      Or even better be your unofficial guide…
      
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      - Cos on May 3, 2015 at 10:11 said:
        
        That would be great!
        
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