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Birds-eye view of the Social London, 1914
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Birds-eye view of the Social London, 1914
An aerial view of the two prestigious, social areas of London - Mayfair and Belgravia. In the foreground is Belgravia with its eastern frontier running down from Grosvenor Place and fronting the wall of the Buckingham Palace garden. Its western boundary is held to be Sloane Street. A number of the chief residences are shown including the homes of the Dukes of Richmond & Gordon, Bedford and the Earl of Albermarle in the Belgrave Square area. The frontiers of Mayfair are defined as Park Lane to the west and Piccadillly to the south and the map shows some of the famous mansions of the area including Londonderry House, Dudley House, Grosvenor House, Dorchester House and Devonshire House. Buckingham Palace can be seen bottom right. Date: 1914
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1. Title: A Bird's Eye View of Social London, 1914: An Exquisite Aerial Perspective of Mayfair and Belgravia 2. Discover the grandeur and elegance of London's most prestigious social areas, Mayfair and Belgravia, as captured in this stunning birds-eye view from 1914. This image offers a unique and enchanting glimpse into the history and opulence of these two iconic districts. 3. In the foreground lies the elegant and refined Belgravia, with its eastern border defined by Grosvenor Place and the western boundary marked by Sloane Street. Some of the district's most esteemed residences are depicted, including the homes of the Dukes of Richmond & Gordon, Bedford, and the Earl of Albermarle, all situated in the Belgrave Square area. 4. The frontiers of Mayfair are demarcated by Park Lane to the west and Piccadilly to the south. This district of London's elite boasts some of the most famous mansions, such as Londonderry House, Dudley House, Grosvenor House, Dorchester House, and Devonshire House, which are all highlighted in this map. 5. In the lower right corner, the magnificent Buckingham Palace adds to the allure of this exquisite scene. Witness the grandeur of these historical districts, which continue to be synonymous with wealth, prestige, and London's social elite. 6. This breathtaking birds-eye view of Social London, 1914, is an essential addition to any collection of historical maps, London landmarks, or for those with an interest in the history and architecture of this magnificent city. 7. Delve deeper into the rich history of Mayfair and Belgravia, and appreciate the timeless beauty of these iconic districts, as captured in this and intriguing aerial perspective from over a century ago.
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