Hyde Park: Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain

One place I had to go while in London was the Diana Memorial Fountain in Hyde Park. Like many of my fellow Americans, I loved Diana, so the time I spent at the fountain was actually quite somber. The Royal Parks department has a good web site with details about the fountain, a link to which can be found in the British Landmarks I've Visited section.

A sign near the fountain. Despite the request that persons not walk on the granite or in the water, some of the following photos will indicate the rule is not followed.

The fountain is quite large, and it's more-or-less round with several different waterfalls.

A close shot of one of the waterfalls.

Looking eastward back toward the Lido.

Looking north with The Serpentine in the background.

Another waterfall.

At the southern end of the fountain, looking toward The Serpentine.

Another view from the southern end.

Another waterfall. I noticed a lot of familes with children were at the fountain.

Another different type of waterfall.

Carved into the granite is the dedication.

A delayed exposure on one of the waterfalls.

One of the children unaware of the rules.

A final shot of the fountain looking south.

Hyde Park: The Serpentine

The Serpentine is a large man-made lake in the middle of Hyde Park. It features boat rentals and is another popular place for locals to spend their weekends. As usual, please check the link for Hyde Park in the British Landmarks I've Visited section for complete information.

A long view of the lake from the east end. Serpentine Bridge can be see in the distance.

Fellow park goers enjoy a walk along the lake.

Another shot of the lake with Serpentine Bridge in the background.

Looking back toward the east.

The Serpentine Bridge.

The Lido. I had lunch there.

More of Serpentine Bridge.

Patrons enjoy their Sunday at the park, seemingly unfazed by the interloping American.

One more shot of Serpentine Bridge. OK, so I like bridges.

Hyde Park: Rose Garden

Within the borders of Hyde Park one can find the Rose Garden. As the name implies, there are loads of roses in the garden. Unfortunately, it was a little early in the season for most of the roses to have bloomed.

An interesting fountain I found as I wandered through the garden.

Planting area alongside the footpath. There were many of these.

Another angle on one of the planting areas.

And yet another.

Close-up of a pink rose.

And another close-up.

More planting beds.

Yellow and red this time.

Another rose close-up.

Apparently, dogs are not required to be on leads.

A vine-covered arch shades this footpath.

Another take on a planting bed.

A fellow park goer plays with his dog.

Hyde Park: New Zealand War Memorial

On the opposite side of Hyde Park Corner from the Australia War Memorial is found the New Zealand War Memorial, commemorating those from New Zealand who died alongside their British allies. Again, please follow the link to the official New Zealand War Memorial site for detailed information.

New Zealand War Memorial.

Facing northeast toward Piccadilly.

Another view looking southeast.

And facing east.

Hyde Park: Australian War Memorial

Another very important monument for the British is the Australia War Memorial. It commemorates Australians that have died in war as allies of Britain. Find the link to the official web site for the memorial in the British Landmarks I've Visited section.

Some wreaths remain from the 2009 Anzac Day ceremonies.

Following the curve of the memorial.

Another view of the memorial.

Australian War Memorial, Hyde Park Corner, London

Final view.

Hyde Park: Wellington Arch

Located on Hyde Park Corner, the Wellington Arch is an English Heritage Location. Please refer to the British Landmarks I've Visited section for greater detail.

The Wellington Arch is at the center of a pedestrian thoroughfare.

Detail at the top of the Arch.

Statue at the top.

Another view of the Arch.

Side view.

Corner view.

Statue of the Duke of Wellington.