Over 72 million people visit Piccadilly circus each and every year; just proving that this iconic site is not to be missed on any trip to London. It is also the location of a giant advertising board where Coca-Cola has been advertising since 1995!
The origin for the name ‘Piccadilly’ is incredibly interesting; the ‘piccadil’ part comes from a 17th century neck collar worn by men and was invented by Roger Baker who lived in the area.
The Circus part comes not from some nearby attraction but the actual architecture of the area; the name comes from the Roman word ‘circus’ meaning circle or ring. The iconic London buses weren’t always red but varied in colour depending on their route!
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