One of the odder things about the Olympics is the Torch Relay - which I managed to see this morning. There's been God-only-knows how much hype about the torch relay and, frankly, it's all a bit of a tragic disappointment. With the assortment of commerical vehicles (all sponsored) and a distinct lack of competition the whole event was, well, almost destined to be a bit of a damp squid. Gold Medals to those who enjoy this kind of thing - but I just don't get it.
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The facade of the Fox and Grapes pub on the edge Wimbledon Common
Picture of the week - View of the Palm House at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
The Palace of Westminster and Big Ben overlooking the Thames River in central London
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Troops being mustered for the open carriage procession for the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II
The Antelope - the dog friendly pub - The Antelope - your local, dog friendly, beer friendly pub
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London - Fullers brewery - Brief information on the Fullers Brewery in south-west London
London - museums not to miss - Information on and about the museums in London
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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames - Official website of the Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames
Mark Sukhija is a travel and wine blogger, photographer, tourism researcher, hat-touting, white-shirt-wearing, New Zealand fantatic and eclipse chaser. Aside from at least annual visits to New Zealand, Mark has seen eclipses in South Australia (2002), Libya (2006), China (2009) and Queensland (2012). After twelve years in Switzerland, Mark moved back to London in 2012. You can follow Mark on Twitter or Facebook