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Volume 18, Issue 6 Page 3

From Lake Eola to London

By Shan Mirpuri and Ahmed Bilal
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o matter where you go around the world, there is always something to see. Whether it is a local market at Orlando’s Lake Eola or a 5,000 year old piece of history in
England, each place has its own unique touch. Lake Eola caters to a lot of locals who live in the Orlando area. With the weekly farmer’s market, many locals come out and see a
variety of activities that can be enjoyed. London, on the other hand, is much more diverse and packed with tourists traveling from all over the world. According to The Standard,
London has already had a record breaking year of over 19 million tourists.

(Above) The Windsor Castle houses about 150 people year round
including the royal family and other government workers. The cas-
tle is the Queen's favorite English residence. In fact, visitors can
tell when the Queen is or isn't there by looking at the flagpole
just above the Round Tower. When the majesty arrives, the flag is
risen. When she leaves, the flag is lowered. Pictured above, you
can see that the flag is flying. Photo by Shan Mirpuri.

(Above) As the local population comes out week after week for Orlando Farmer’s Market at Lake Eola, many of them
rent out the city bikes and ride around the area. This rental bike program, better known as the Juice Bike Share pro-
gram, has started in order to increase mobility in the urban core. Along with pre-existing sources of public transport
such as LYMMO and SunRail the bikes provides another affordable transportation option. As the farmer’s market hap-
pens on a weekly basis, the locals come and explore what the market has to offer. Photo by Ahmed Bilal.

(Above) England is best known for its historic castles. Its most
famous castle is Windsor Castle, home of to the royal family. As
pictured above, Windsor features many gardens and green areas
on its 13 acres of land. According to Statista.com, more than 1.36
million people have visited Windsor Castle in 2016. Photo by Shan
Mirpuri.

(Above) As many of the locals come around and walk around Lake
Eola Park, they are provided entertainment in various forms. From
street musicians to animal trainers, there is always something
that keeps the visitors engaged. In the midst of these street
musicians, one in particular (shown above) was promoting the mes- (Above) With the growing diversity in Orlando, the community culture is reflected in the products sold at the farmers’
sage of animal adoption. With that message, he provided food and market. Cultures such as Hispanic, Indian, Chinese, and European are very prevalent. From products such as foods, jew-
water for the dogs in the area. Like this musician, many of the elry, and art to hints of culture are sprinkled throughout the market. One very famous product sold at the farmers’
other street performers come with a goal. Whether it is to enter- market are the Middle Eastern bracelets and jewelry (featured above). Known for their simplicity and cultural value,
tain, or to spread a message, many locals are given some insight to these jewelry items are a big hit. With many locals going to the market every Sunday, the variety gives an opportunity
community talent and work being done. Photo by Ahmed Bilal. for all to get something that may attract them. Photo by Ahmed Bilal.