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Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square is a large public square in the City of Westminster, central London, laid out in the early 19th century and dominated by Nelson's Column. It is flanked by the National Gallery to the north and St Martin-in-the-Fields to the east, contains two large ornamental fountains, multiple plinths and statues, and serves as a major civic and ceremonial space. The square has long been a focus for gatherings, ceremonies and public demonstrations.

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First raised

1840

Its prime

1939

Today

Restored

As it stood in 1939

What Trafalgar Square looked like in its prime.

A broad, ashlar‑paved urban plaza framed by pale Portland‑stone façades: the National Gallery's columned portico and balustraded terrace to the north, St Martin‑in‑the‑Fields' white portico and tall steeple to the east. At the centre rises a tall Corinthian granite column topped by Nelson's statue, its pedestal guarded by four low, dark bronze lions. Two large circular fountain basins with pale tiled pools and high central jets sit either side of the column; scattered bronze plinths and equestrian sculptures punctuate the open space.

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7 places to explore in 1939.

The record describes 7 distinct spots at Trafalgar Square, the full exterior approach. Create your own photoreal reconstruction and explore every one, more scenes means more photos, more angles and more of the immersive experience.

North terrace steps (in front of the National Gallery)Base of Nelson's ColumnEdge of the western fountain poolFourth plinth, northwest cornerNortheast corner by St Martin-in-the-FieldsSouth platform by the equestrian statue of Charles ITop of the north steps, looking down the square

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