If you happen to be an art lover then this is one place to go for. The whole scenario is fabulous and the buildings which are of Victorian era gives the theatres in West end a distinct presence. “Theatreland” is a hub of theatres which is more than 40. Being a tourist attraction this place is always lively.
West End has seen a huge increase in number of tourist coming here as in 2002 the number easily passed the 12 million mark. West End has a prime location and it is sometimes defined by Regent Street to the west, Kingsway to the east, Oxford Street to the north and the Strand to the south. Many theatres like The Palace theatre have strong presence which gives you an idea about the past. Recently renovated, the globe is another masterpiece which is famous since Shakespeares time. There are many shows running hand in hand which gives you an option throughout the day.
Many shows have cult status as they are running for more than 20 years or so. The Queens theatre was the home to the Longest running musical show “Les Miserables” which ran for 8,949 shows and 21 years. However “The Mousetrap” and Agatha Christie play is the longest...