Both the first and second world wars were directed from inside 10 Downing Street, and some of the many key decisions related to the British Empire were developed here as well; such as the building of the British nuclear bomb, the Great Depression, and many more. The door was originally made of oak, but was replaced with blast-proof material in after an IRA bomb exploded in the nearby garden.
The iconic black bricks of the house are also famous although they are actually yellow underneath. They were blackened by the London smog during the 19th century, and as a result were painted black during the s since people were accustomed to seeing them that way. Its main staircase is perhaps one of the most famous highlights of the house, as the walls along the staircase are lined with portraits of past British prime ministers.
For the best views, you can get a clear shot of 10 Downing Street when taking a ride on the top deck of a double decker bus specifically on route You can also get a good view of 10 Downing Street when taking a ride on the London Eye as well. If you're hoping to snap a photo of the prime minister entering or leaving the residence, be sure to bring a good camera with an extra good zoom. If you're lucky, the armed police officers may be friendly enough to pose for a photo with you or answer your questions.
Try to avoid lingering around Downing Street during a protest or demonstration; although this only happens on rare occasions. The closest you can get to 10 Downing Street would be to walk down Whitehall, and look down Downing Street with the River Thames to your back. You can park in the Q-Park Westminster car park an minute walk away , but this can be expensive especially during the weekend and on holidays. Unfortunately for tourists, 10 Downing Street as well as the majority of Downing Street itself is blocked off by a black gate and heavily patrolled by police at all times.
The closest you can get to 10 Downing Street would be to stand on the edge of the street next to the FCO building near the Captain James Cook statue and peer through the black barriers. In your view you should be able to see 10 and 11 Downing Street, as well as a group of armed forces with machine guns standing near the famous black door.
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