One
of the nicest place in the northern part of London is the Camden Town. A
place with interesting locations like the canals where you can sit and
relax and their famous market named after the town called, Camden
Market.
The
market was once a number of buildings; stables that were used to house
the horses that once toed the barges along the canal. They are now
converted to rented units for stores and shops.
I
have been there many times and was always fascinated to see how people
with different nationalities integrated with one another. If I am not
mistaken they have been there for quite a long year; their attitude
towards each other seemed to understand each culture and had a cordial
atmosphere too.
I
went there not to be fascinated but to see what they sell for locals
and tourists. They have stalls for all types of garments; stores that
feature local and foreign products and delicacies that you can choose
amongst their restaurants.
I
had taken a few pictures that are now stored in a memory stick. One of
the attractions that was placed at the back of their restaurants was the
giant black unicorn moulded in cement. There is also an impressive
sculpture of a blacksmith, it must have been 20 foot in height. When you
enter this section of the market you will be greeted by this working
class hero.
In
my own opinion, Camden Market is like the Philippines famous Divisoria
in Metro Manila. This is a public place/ bazaar that offers cheaply
rented space for trade. There are Filipinos and other nationalities who
provide and sell garments, jewellers, furnitures, footwear etc. And also
around the corner, are affordable fast food places for your peckish
delights.
If
you are missing Divisoria, you better plan a day to go to this
interesting town and don't forget to step on the ground of their
market!
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