Greenwich

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Greenwich

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Greenwich is a notable area located in southeast London, known for its maritime history, architectural heritage, and as the reference point for Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

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Greenwich holds a prominent place in maritime history, housing the National Maritime Museum, which is the largest museum of its kind in the world. The museum's vast collection highlights Britain's seafaring past, showcasing the country's maritime achievements and its naval heritage

The Royal Observatory in Greenwich is home to the Prime Meridian Line (0° longitude), which divides the eastern and western hemispheres of the Earth. This location is where Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is calculated, making Greenwich the traditional reference point for time zones worldwide

The area features remarkable architectural landmarks like the Queen's House, an icon of Palladian architecture, and the Old Royal Naval College, showcasing the grand Baroque style. Furthermore, the Cutty Sark, one of the last tea clippers, is preserved in Greenwich as a museum ship, exemplifying the area's nautical tradition and serving as a cultural icon

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Greenwich holds a prominent place in maritime history, housing the National Maritime Museum, which is the largest museum of its kind in the world. The museum's vast collection highlights Britain's seafaring past, showcasing the country's maritime achievements and its naval heritage

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The Royal Observatory in Greenwich is home to the Prime Meridian Line (0° longitude), which divides the eastern and western hemispheres of the Earth. This location is where Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is calculated, making Greenwich the traditional reference point for time zones worldwide

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The area features remarkable architectural landmarks like the Queen's House, an icon of Palladian architecture, and the Old Royal Naval College, showcasing the grand Baroque style. Furthermore, the Cutty Sark, one of the last tea clippers, is preserved in Greenwich as a museum ship, exemplifying the area's nautical tradition and serving as a cultural icon

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