Harrods
One of the world's most famous department stores, established in 1849 as a humble grocery store employing two assistants. Today, it offers everything from food to fashion, furniture to sportswear plus 20 in-store restaurants serving every kind of cuisine imaginable from pizza to sushi. Services range from piano tuning to fitting saddles. Must-see sights include the Food Halls, the Egyptian Hall and the Pet Department. At night the store is illuminated by 11,500 light bulbs.
Address
87-135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London
London
SW1X 7XL
Tel: +44 (0)20 7730 1234
Fax: +44 (0)20 7581 0470
© Collins Bartholomew 2008