Including none other than Piccadilly Circus, which to many might just seem like any normal road junction (although some do believe it is a real circus). What is Piccadilly Circus famous for? Piccadilly Circus was once a quiet residential area before it became a buzzing area for shops and entertainment in the 19th century. The name Piccadilly Circus does not link to any real circus but instead a tailor and the ancient language of Latin. The street of Piccadilly Circus was once called 'Portugal Street' for Queen Catherine of Braganza, the Portuguese wife of King Charles II.

Source: The Times February 25, 2024 05:09 UTC