Leicester Square
About the place
- Country : The United Kingdom , London
- Address : 1 Leicester Square, London WC2H 7DE, the United Kingdom
- Category : Urban Facilities
Leicester Square
Overview
One of London’s most famous squares, it is located in the heart of the busy district of West End. It hosts the most important cinematic events, most prominent of which is the London Film Festival held annually. The square houses a park at its center, where a statue of William Shakespeare stands. Leicester square is of a key significance on the economic and commercial levels as it houses a large number of shops and stores. It is also of a great value culturally, featuring many cinemas and theatres and hosting various popular events.
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