Harrow, Town area in northwest London, GB
Harrow is a residential area in northwest London that spreads across several hills and connects housing estates with shopping streets. The higher parts offer wide views, while down around the railway stations shops and restaurants sit closer together.
The settlement grew around a medieval church that stands on a hill and attracted pilgrims for centuries. In the 19th century the place expanded with the railway and became part of the growing capital.
The name comes from Old English and means temple, a reference to the old church on the hill. Today mosques, Hindu temples and Christian places of worship show the diverse communities who live here and celebrate their festivals.
Several railway stations connect the area with the city centre, with the stop on the hill serving as the central hub. The streets run partly steep, so sturdy footwear is recommended for longer walks.
A junction down in the town carries a memorial plaque recalling the first fatal car accident in Britain in 1899. The driver lost control of his vehicle and crashed down a slope.
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