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There are plenty of things to fill a day in Greenwich. The tall masts of the large ship greet everyone on the river front. A visit to the ship gives an insight into the glorious days of sail as she opened the tea and wool routes to England.

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The ship also displays a unique collection of different sea objects connected with the long sailing history of the country. The National Maritime Museum, situated in a fine classical building also presents an excellent exhibition about Nelson.

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Not very far away is the Greenwich Tourist Office where numerous visitors can get all the information they might need about the town including advice on other places to see, accommodation and restaurants. Tourists can buy postcards or a book for a local guided walk here as well. The covered Market situated nearby is always busy at weekends and is surrounded by brightly decorated antique and souvenir shops.

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Moving towards the park everyone can easily find the way to the Old Royal Observatory famous for its 1 o'clock time ball and Greenwich Time Signal. Here are the remarkable telescopes and clocks that made Greenwich the centre of world time.

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Choosing a souvenir is not a problem in Greenwich. Gift shops at the Old Royal Observatory and the National Maritime Museum have many unusual trifles to remind you of Greenwich attractions.

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