The environs of the City’s oldest shopping street maintain the same bustle and energy today, where you will find the magnificence of St Paul’s and other inspirational survivors of the Great Fire where Wren’s influence looms large.
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religious
Founded by William the Conqueror's Archbishop Lanfranc in 1080 (the significant crypt survives) St Mary-le-Bow was rebuilt, notably by Wren after the Great Fire and by Laurence King in 1964 after WWII destruction. Home of Bow Bells.
Sir Christopher Wren, 1683
monument
Temple Bar is a 350 year old gateway to the City of London, designed by Sir Christopher Wren. It formerly stood in Fleet Street, and is the last surviving gateway to the City of London. This beautiful structure has a fascinating history, which will be revealed to visitors.
Sir Christopher Wren, 1672
