Covent Garden, Shopping district in Westminster, United Kingdom
The district spans across 17 streets and a central Piazza, featuring a collection of retail shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues in central London.
The land belonged to Westminster Abbey in the 1200s, serving as gardens and orchards before King Edward VI granted it to the Earl of Bedford in 1552.
The Royal Opera House, constructed in 1732, presents world-class opera and ballet performances, maintaining the area's position as a center for performing arts.
The Covent Garden underground station connects visitors via the Piccadilly line, while numerous buses and taxis provide additional transportation options throughout the day.
Street performers at Covent Garden Piazza undergo formal auditions to secure designated performance slots, maintaining high entertainment standards for visitors.
Location: City of Westminster
Shares border with: Leicester Square, Charing Cross
Address: Covent Garden, London, UK
Email: helpdesk@coventgardenmarket.co.uk
Website: https://coventgarden.london
GPS coordinates: 51.51174,-0.12268
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:05
These opera houses represent international music culture. The buildings display architectural styles from baroque to modern. The halls provide optimal acoustic conditions for opera performances. The theaters are located in cities like Paris, New York and Sydney. The buildings function as centers of cultural life in their cities.
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