Notting Hill Part 1

With my suitcase safely dropped off at the hotel, it was finally time to explore London.

I didn't have a fixed route in mind. I simply started walking.

The first streets took me through one elegant neighbourhood after another. White Victorian townhouses lined the streets, with immaculate front gardens and an impressive collection of Jaguars, Porsches and other luxury cars parked outside. Clearly, this is one of London's more affluent corners.

Before long, I found myself in Notting Hill.
Now this was the neighbourhood I'd been hoping for.

Colourful houses, independent boutiques, cafés, flower displays and charming little side streets—it almost feels like someone designed the entire district to be photographed.

I only scratched the surface today, though.

Since today was Thursday, Portobello Road Market wasn't in full swing yet, so I've already decided I'll be coming back on Saturday to experience Notting Hill properly.Read more