The Great Fire of London was started on the 2nd September 1666 in a bakery in Pudding Lane. It burned for 3 days, destroying much of the city, including St Pauls Cathedral. The Monument was designed by Sir Christopher Wren and completed in 1677 to commemorate the Great Fire and to celebrate the rebuilding of the city. It is 61 metres high (202 ft) and there are 311 steps to a viewing platform. At the top is a copper urn of sculptured flames gilded with 2 layers of gold leaf.
It's a very long time since I walked up those steps but I will do it again on one of my visits.
I love London Sue....you should try & come on a 365 London meet up one day.....I have been on two & @padlock takes us to places us folk who live away from the capital don't know....it's fascinating as well as meeting up with other 365ers!
