Cruciform Building
Today is another request day, this time for Emily, who asked for a picture of the University College, and particularly of the Cruciform building.
This old hospital is fascinating becuase until recently I could never have shown you what was so special about it. That is, until Google Earth. Here it is. (In case you can't make the connection - it is built in hte shape of a cross)
Now, the history makes no mention of it, but for years it was the Masonic Hospital and I heard tell that the shape was supposed to be esoteric. You make up your own minds.
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post a commentExcellent.
And shocking that I previously had no idea of the shape and hence why the entrances were at those strange angles to the street (I was at UCL just across the road for 3 years, many moons ago).
Ditto all of NiC's comment.
Ham, what street is this on? I stayed at UC London a couple of summers ago, but I didn't see this. I was by Gordon Square. I suppose the college could be spread all over London. Cool building!
Yes. Looks lovely. So solid. I like the idea of the shape being esoteric. I've made up my own mind - that it is. lol.
Ruth, its on Gower Street, next door to the main hospital. It's not at all obvious what's going on, so don't be surprised.
interesting information.
and wonderful building~~
well, i like it,.
jing
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Aw, good old alma mater! :) *sniff*