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The Royal Albert Hall

Wednesday, 24th August 2005 by Alex

This is the world famous Royal Albert Hall, London’s most famous concert venue. It’s the home of The Proms and the largest pipe organ in the UK. Opened in 1871, its official name is ‘The Royal Albert Hall of Arts and Sciences’, and was built as a part of a memorial to Queen Victoria’s husband and consort, Prince Albert (Wikipedia page).

The Royal Albert Hall

Thanks to Ian Bourke and Greg Askins.

2 Responses to 'The Royal Albert Hall'

  1. 1. Randal L. Schwartz says:

    Now we know how many ‘holes it takes to fill the Albert Hall!

  2. 2. David Patrick says:

    and this is the memorial statue opposite the Albert Hall that is also dedicated to Prince Albert -> Placemark: Google Maps / Google Earth

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