Location: London, United KingdomAfter visiting many a 'historic' site during my stay in the UK, Kensington Palace was one at the bottom of the list on account that it is right next to Hyde Park and a possible side excursion to a summer picnic when the weather turned bad.
My weekend surprise, however, found me visiting just the place. Unlike the traditional ‘please stick to the walkway’ visit, the ‘Enchanted Palace’ encourages you inner child to explore the magnificence of living like royalty. Amidst the renovations there has been a surprising amount of freedom given to its curators. As you enter the palace, following your map to the 'Room of Beginnings' in search of seven cryptically hidden princesses the amazing interiors with contemporary artefacts by collaborating designers, including Vivienne Westward, contrast the traditional frescos and tapestries on the walls.
Everything inside Kensington feels highly accessible to guests. The wardens do more than just keep eye on the exhibits. They are a fountain of knowledge when asked about the former residents of the palace and they tell their stories as any good fairytale. And the performers rushing around to find 'Your Majesty', keep you on your toes as you wander around not knowing what to expect around the next corner.
Exiting the adventure into the gardens, I left with warm fuzzy feeling that I'd visited something more than just "another" palace.
Item 64: Kensington Palace? CHECK!
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