It comes as a very pleasant surprise that London's world-class museums are free. I recently paid my fourth visit to the British Museum, and third to the National Gallery. The museums are far too large and overwhelming to see in any single visit. I've still seen only a fraction of what they offer. The magnitude, gravity, and volume of what these museums house, contribute in yet another way to London's grandeur and Britain's power. Behold, the eminence of Great Britain. We house the world's most prized possessions and won't even charge you to see them! I think the message is there. Exploring London day-to-day is a privilege, but the great expense of this pursuit can become a source of anxiety for struggling English majors. The museums are an escape from this financial circumstance. You can spend days exploring these marvels and it's on the Queen. Below, are a few photos that provide a glimpse of a glimpse. Mummies? Socrates? The ROSETTA STONE?! Ya, they've got it.
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