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St Paul's Cathedral.


St Paul's Cathedral a beautiful piece of architecture, as well as a functioning Church, where services are held. It is located in the heart of the city and is one of London's most popular attractions. St Paul's Cathedral in London is the seat of the Bishop of London and a major London landmark. It is located on Ludgate Hill in the financial district known as the City of London.
Like most Christian churches, St. Paul's Cathedral is laid out in the shape of a cross. The longer end of the main arm of the cross is called the nave; the two ends of the shorter arm are called the transepts.The West Porch, approached from Ludgate Hill, is the main entrance to St. Paul's. This is where Prince Charles and Lady Diana emerged as husband and wife in 1981. A large stairway leads up to six sets of double columns and the Great West Door.


In the dome there are three galleries:Whispering Gallery. It is accessed by 259 steps and an Elevator for the disabled. It is shocking that the words spoken on one side of the dome gallery will be heard on the other.

The next gallery — Stone gallery. It can be reached only by a spiral staircase, breaking 378 steps. This gallery offers beautiful views of the city.


And if you overcome as many as 530 steps, you will find yourself on The gold gallery (GoldenGallery), at an altitude of 85 meters above the ground.


It offers a stunning view of the city.

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