... and call you a London cab?
Not required? Then let's move on. By the way - do you know that the City of Westminster, even though it is a part of London, it holds city rights of its own? They date back to 1540, when Henry VIII created the short-lived Diocese of Westminster. Today of course, the Greater London is a huge metropolitan area but Westminster keeps a part of its autonomy, this is why you can spot here the Magistrates Court.
Today, we will walk through yet another area of the Westminster City called Marylebone.
It is a densely populated area, where many famous people lived. Even though some of them for a short period of time (still - the inhabitants are proud of it).
You will surely not be surprised tofind here some churches. In Paddington we have seen the church of St. Mary, and in Marylebone I wanted to show you this one.
Dedicated to St. Mary of course!
I was hoping we could climb the tower but unfortunately it does not seem to be possible. The front side of the church reminds me a bit of Les Invalides.
On the wall you can spot a commemorative plate, on which the people from Marylebone were celebrating the silver jubilee of Queen Elisabeth. A long, long time ago.
Look, yet another plate on the wall next to the St. Mary's church. This one is for the St. John's Ambulance, a charitable non-governmental organisation dedicated to teaching and providing first aid.
And they really do it - with real ambulances.
Marylebone is stretching down to Oxford Street, where it ends around the Marble Arch. In the old days only members of the royal family were allowed to pass it.
Look, there is a post box. Which reminds me of all my friends from Postcrossing.com. We need to find a calm place to write down some postcards.
What do you think about this one? Looks cosy and inviting. So let's order yet another pint (last one today! promised!) and enjoy the lazy autumn afternoon.
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