St. James's Park

　　    St. James's Park (St. James's Park) is situated on the southern edge of the St. James's district in Westminster, London, and spans 23 hectares (approximately 58 acres). It is the oldest of London's Royal Parks. The park originally housed a leper hospital dedicated to St. James the Less, one of Jesus' disciples, from which the park derives its name. To the west lies Buckingham Palace, to the north are The Mall and St. James's Palace, to the east is Horse Guards Road, and to the south is Birdcage Walk.

　　    St. James's Park features one lake and two islands: St. James's Park Lake and Duck Island and West Island. A small bridge spans the lake, offering views westward of Buckingham Palace surrounded by woods and water, and eastward of the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office building. The park is also known as Duck Park, with its long central pond home to ducks of various sizes, colors, and species. It’s common to see ducklings skimming the water, leaving ripples in their wake. Other protected bird species such as swans, waterfowl, and pheasants can also be spotted. Feeding time takes place daily at 3 PM. As one of the most beautiful parks in central London, St. James's Park is a favorite leisure spot for both locals and visitors, often filled with people sunbathing, strolling, and having picnics.

　　    St. James's Park Reason to visit: The oldest royal park in London Continent: Europe【Europe】 Country/Region: Britain[Britain] Province/State: Greater London [Greater London] City: London [London]