A vision of Britain through time
A vision of Britain from 1801 to now.
Including maps, statistical trends and historical descriptions.
A vision of Britain through time
A vision of Britain from 1801 to now.
Including maps, statistical trends and historical descriptions.
BELGRAVIA, the southern wing of the West End of London. It is bounded, on the N, by Knightsbridge; on the E, by Grosvenor Square; on the SE, by Ebury Street; and on the W, by Sloane Street. It stands on ground, originally marshy, belonging to the Marquis of Westminster; and was built chiefly in 1826-52. It includes Belgrave and Eaton squares; has generally large, regular, elegant houses; and is highly fashionable.
(John Marius Wilson, Imperial Gazetteer of England and Wales (1870-72))
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| Place: | Belgravia |
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