Free London Attractions - #10 - Brick Lane

London is renown as being a city full of different cultures and diversity, a fact that a visit to the area around Brick Lane in East London would certainly demonstrate. Previously a slum area, the area become the home of a large Bangladeshi community and in turn earned the reputation of the Curry Capital of the city due to the numerous curry houses in the area. In addition a number of trendy bars, clubs and art galleries have now  turned the area in a lively spot on evenings

However for me, the best time to visit is on Sunday mornings when people flock to the many markets round the area. The variety of stalls, shops and vendors create a superb atmosphere selling fruit & veg, household goods, old bikes, antiques, brick-a-brack, vintage clothing and in some parts items most people would consider junk.



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The whole area just feels alive and the diverse characters around make it a photographers dream although one does have to be wary of taking photographs of some of the people hanging around. In turn Graffiti art is prominent across the area, again giving some great photo opportunities

The nearest tube station to Brick Lane is Aldgate East which is about a 5 minute walk away. However within the area are Spitalfields and Petticoat Lane Markets which are also worth a look if visiting on a Sunday morning.