One of London, England's most iconic land marks, Piccadilly Circus bares a similar significance as Time Square doess to New York City. Not actually a circus, the word is derived from the Latin word, meaning circle. This is common nomenclature for circular wide open spaces in shopping districts (Time 'Square', Piccadilly 'Circus'.... get it?). Dating back to the early 1800's, this junction has played a major role in the city's shopping and entertainment industries for almost 2 centuries now. It has also, in it's own right, become a popular meeting place and tourist attraction - sometimes even a meeting point for tourists! Definitely worth checking out if in the area.
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