Funnily enough, Britain’s first Chinese community was nothing like the Chinatown of modern-day London. Originally settled in Limehouse – a then run-down part of the East End, the first ‘Chinatown’ established in the UK was solely occupied by a number of Chinese sailors who arrived in London all the way back in the 1780s. None… Continue reading The History of Chinatown Explained
Author: Chang Cui
Royal Observatory Greenwich: The Origin of Time
This issue, Chelsey Cui goes through some of the fascinating facts about East London’s iconic observatory that no other compares to. The Royal Observatory situated on the south bank of Thames River was founded in 1675. Though now decommissioned, it holds a great deal of historical significance to the development of astronomical observations in Britain.… Continue reading Royal Observatory Greenwich: The Origin of Time
Walking Down London’s Busiest Streets
A look at London’s Oxford Street and Leicester Square through Chelsey Cui’s camera lens A rainy afternoon in London, I wandered around one of the world’s busiest streets to snap a few photos. As someone who has called this city home for nearly four years, Oxford street just remains as charming to me as it… Continue reading Walking Down London’s Busiest Streets
London’s Poshest Residences Sold Over the Pandemic
It is no debate that the pandemic tore many people’s lives apart. But was it the same case for the rich? January this year saw an unprecedented 49% of increase in demand for properties across the UK. This has also brought up UK’s average house price from £216,500 to £242,000 within a year, according to… Continue reading London’s Poshest Residences Sold Over the Pandemic
Al Fresco Art: London’s Outdoor Exhibits
What’s a better way to explore post-pandemic London than indulge in the spectacular outdoor art it has to offer? Ever wondered how art could be appreciated by a broader audience? At the beginning of a (hopefully) less depressing year, Kerbs guides you through some of the most inspiring and accessible public artwork across London that… Continue reading Al Fresco Art: London’s Outdoor Exhibits