LONDON - We could not conclude our two-week circumnavigation of the British Isles without a visit to the British Museum. Established in 1753, the museum appropriately represents all the power and majesty of the British Empire at its zenith, with a vast array of collections from all corners of the world.
I never visit London without a trip to the museum. First, it's free of charge (though a donation would be appreciated) so it's a wonderful place to spend a day in the hyper-expensive UK capital. Also, its enormous collections, along with the usual crush of tourists (again, because it's free) largely prevent you from viewing everything you want to see in a single trip.
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