Harrods

Harrods! What can I say? It deserves its very own space. So over-the-top that I don't know where to begin. There are 5 stories, an enormous imposing structure taking up an entire city block - think Macy's at Herald Square in triplicate. It sells everything! I picked up a store guide and here is a sampling of some of the more bizarre departments:

• Pet Kingdom
• Pianos and Musical Instruments
• Fossil and Mineral Gallery
• Train and Remote Control Cars
• Bullet Proof Clothing (my favorite)
• Grand Prix Memorabilia
• Veuve Clicquot Champagne Bar & Restaurant

The list goes on, but I think I'll stop here.

This is the Egyptian Stairway, with a golden sphinx, pyramid, carvings, statues, and hieroglyphics galore, discreetly incorporating the escalators.

One's very own memorial to Lady Di and her beau, Dodi...












And, of course, there's the food. What can I say? These are but two of the food halls. There are mini-restaurants - Melissa and I indulged in sushi, a very small amount due to the exorbitant prices. They wanted to charge me 3.50 (that's in pounds!) for a cup of green tea! Needless to say, I passed. A charcuterie, fromagerie, confectionery and patisserie, oyster bar, fruit and vegetable hall, and on and on. Ah, the rich, but grand for a visit and goggle...