Tavistock Square Gardens
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Richárd Balogh (26.10.2017 08:14)
Lovely place to spend your break there, but full of pigeons.
Lovely place to spend your break there, but full of pigeons.
Max Leslie (24.10.2017 11:32)
Pause for reflection in Tavistock Square Gardens, London:
MAHATMA GANDHI
Sculpted by Fredda Brilliant
Metal plaque reads:
“Tavistock Square Gardens.
Placed here to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the birth of Mahatma Gandhi by His Excellency the High Commissioner for India, Dr. L.M. Singhvi, and the Mayor of Camden, Cllr. Dr. S.N. Desmukh. 2nd October, 1996.”
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This sculpture of Mahatma Gandhi has meditated stoically in Tavistock Square Gardens for over two decades, calmly and with bowed head. Gandhi has pride of place in the centre of these gardens, surrounded by a minimalist, circular flowerbed and an arrangement of wooden benches for the public to admire him. As you round the corner to stand face-on with the remarkable sculpture, you are surrounded by tall trees that focus a pillar of sunlight down upon the iconic figure.
The sculpture was unveiled by Prime Minister Harold Wilson in May 1968. The memorial is a listed Grade II monument by English Heritage. ‘Mahatma’ roughly translates to ‘great soul’, and what I find beautiful about this sculpture is that the peaceful nature of Gandhi’s everlasting soul, teachings, and philosophy are wonderfully encapsulated in the posture and positioning of this statue. Few walk through these gardens and fail to gaze up at the man.
Pause for reflection in Tavistock Square Gardens, London:
MAHATMA GANDHI
Sculpted by Fredda Brilliant
Metal plaque reads:
“Tavistock Square Gardens.
Placed here to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the birth of Mahatma Gandhi by His Excellency the High Commissioner for India, Dr. L.M. Singhvi, and the Mayor of Camden, Cllr. Dr. S.N. Desmukh. 2nd October, 1996.”
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This sculpture of Mahatma Gandhi has meditated stoically in Tavistock Square Gardens for over two decades, calmly and with bowed head. Gandhi has pride of place in the centre of these gardens, surrounded by a minimalist, circular flowerbed and an arrangement of wooden benches for the public to admire him. As you round the corner to stand face-on with the remarkable sculpture, you are surrounded by tall trees that focus a pillar of sunlight down upon the iconic figure.
The sculpture was unveiled by Prime Minister Harold Wilson in May 1968. The memorial is a listed Grade II monument by English Heritage. ‘Mahatma’ roughly translates to ‘great soul’, and what I find beautiful about this sculpture is that the peaceful nature of Gandhi’s everlasting soul, teachings, and philosophy are wonderfully encapsulated in the posture and positioning of this statue. Few walk through these gardens and fail to gaze up at the man.
Sriram Iyengar (05.10.2017 01:47)
A public park with a statue of Mahatma Gandhi in the centre. A breathe of fresh air in the city and a good place to relax and be with nature. The flower beds have all apparently not been tended in view of the autumn but a number of special plaques explain the importance of some of the trees, planted by leaders. Few trees are majestic and old with their massive trunks.
A public park with a statue of Mahatma Gandhi in the centre. A breathe of fresh air in the city and a good place to relax and be with nature. The flower beds have all apparently not been tended in view of the autumn but a number of special plaques explain the importance of some of the trees, planted by leaders. Few trees are majestic and old with their massive trunks.
Aaron Fortune (28.09.2017 18:26)
This crescent was recently refurbished & is great for tennis, anyone can book a court, but isn't so great for strolling through as often the only gate that's open is the one in front, so no passing through. The refurbishment was a bit haphazard & it's never been properly cared for, but it's a green space and the flowers that survive are lovely when they bloom.
This crescent was recently refurbished & is great for tennis, anyone can book a court, but isn't so great for strolling through as often the only gate that's open is the one in front, so no passing through. The refurbishment was a bit haphazard & it's never been properly cared for, but it's a green space and the flowers that survive are lovely when they bloom.
Richard Wishart (02.05.2017 11:10)
Lovely morning - just passing some time in the park before the meeting starts. Beautiful island of peace and solitude amongst the hustle and bustle of city life
Lovely morning - just passing some time in the park before the meeting starts. Beautiful island of peace and solitude amongst the hustle and bustle of city life
