London's Museums: the Victoria & Albert

In London, the nicest way
to spend a rainy afternoon 

is to visit one of its many
(and free) museums. 

Meet Victoria & Albert

The Victoria & Albert museum
(also known as the V&A) 

is situated in an imposing building
in the chic South Kensington area.

The V&A has two characteristic features:  

the most spectacular chandeliers 

and the most bric-à-brac collection in the world; 

one of its directors described it 
quite eloquently as a "capacious handbag".  

Inside the V&A

This museum is bursting at its seams 

with all kind of objects & artifacts, 

from all over the world
and from every possible era.

If I had to narrow it down, I'd say,
"don't miss out the fashion collection"; 

a brilliant time travel through four centuries of fashion, 

where 18th century gowns meet McQueen's jumpsuits. 

And if you want to fill your eyes with sparkle, 

don't forget to visit the V&A's glass collection, 

one of the largest in Europe. 

Shopping, Eating, Entertaining

If, after walking the seven miles-long galleries, 

you feel you need a bit of tea/cake fuel, 

rest assured: 

one of the best tearooms in London is here 

(with spectacular chandeliers, of course). 

Plus, here you'll find the most tempting gift shop,
filled with little treasures,

(I know where I'll be doing my Christmas shopping).

Finally, the V&A hosts wonderful (and free)
 'family art fun' events for children aged 5+.

Who knew museums can be so much fun?

Plan your visit to the Victoria & Albert Museum, more info at www.vam.ac.uk 

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