London, United Kingdom, 12-20 December 2005: Royal Parks Kensington, Hyde And Regent

Neighbouring Kensington Park and Hyde Park are oases of tranquility in the midst of the hustle and bustle of central London. Catch rays of sunlight dance between the filigree of naked tree branches. Watch swans glide gracefully across the icy lake. Snatch fallen leaves as they spiral silently to the ground, and expire, turning white, ochre and brown.

Quintessentially English, Regent's Park in North London is a perfect getaway. It combines natural woodlands, fields and elegant gardens, to make a refreshing whole. There is much to explore and enjoy. Climb Primrose Hill, the tallest in London, and see a panoramic view of the city.