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London: Money & Power Walking Tour – Babylon to Bitcoin

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活动介绍

Explore the fascinating interplay of money, magic, and power through the lens of London’s iconic financial district—the Square Mile. On this walking tour, uncover what money truly is at its essence and track its incredible journey from ancient clay to digital tablets. Discover how myth, ritual, and commerce have shaped the City of London into a global powerhouse. Tour Highlights: - Step inside a hidden Roman temple, where the Sun God points to the origins of banking and the roots of money. - Discover why, in the City of London, money really does grow on trees. - Traverse the winding backstreets and secret alleys of the Square Mile to follow the remarkable evolution of money—from clay tablets to digital ledgers—and see how wars, technology, and philosophy have shaped the global financial system. - Demystify the very nature of money, exploring its journey as both a tool and a symbol. Perfect for curious travellers and history enthusiasts alike.

亮点

    包含内容

    • Local Guide
    • PDF Overview of Tour

    不包含内容

    • Private transportation

    行程

    1. See how Religious institutions to the story of Money, Magic and Power right from the beginning.

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    2. Founded in 1566 as England’s first purpose-built trading floor. Rebuilt twice after fires

      now houses luxury shops beneath its neoclassical facade.

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    3. Discover: the origin of money magicians, the oldest financial transaction and money from before the Romans arrived.

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    4. It was around this location that modern western Banking

      It was around this location that modern western Banking was birthed.

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    5. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      Said how the first coffee house in London played a crucial role in early finance.

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    6. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      This alley was the epicenter of London's financial world in the 17th and 18th centuries.

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    7. Bank of England Museum

      We tell the story of modern money and trade, how it changed shape and in turn the world itself. It's stories entail the beheading of a King, Companies that developed an empire to the advent of modern day money: The digital dollar and bitcoin.

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    8. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      How a speedy pigeon reporting the news of the war (Wellington and Napoleon) turned enabled massive manipulation of the markets.

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    9. We discuss what Industrial revolution meant for the City, next to one of the pioneers of the Industrial revolution.

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    10. This church has been at the centre point of history of debt, slavery and Christian values.

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    11. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      How this Insurance company helped shape empire and the world.

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    12. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      This outdoor installation is perfect for us to consider the movements of times and tides of money and finance and power.

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    13. Leadenhall Market

      We get back to financial roots at this ancient market, and we talk Dragons!

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    14. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      Public space with the Gilt of Cain sculpture, memorializing the City’s role in the transatlantic slave trade.

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    15. We take a fresh perspective as we conclude the tour.

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    集合地点

    We meet outside Pret on 52-54 Cannon St, London EC4N 6LY, UK. You will recognize me by my longish hair & beard, and you'll see a dragon on my backpack.

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    接送

    • 所有人在集合点会合

    送回

    • We conclude on top of this beautiful building where you can continue to enjoy the view and optionally have something to drink/eat.

    出行须知

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Time for travel time is already included in the total duration
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

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    供应商
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    产品代码
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    起价

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