Nelson looks tiny from the ground but is actually 18ft high. The exact height of the column varies considerably depending on who you ask. Estimates swing from a modest 120ft to over 200ft. Virtual London has undertaken the huge task of finally solving this mystery. Using state of the art measuring techniques we can now state categorically that Nelson's column is in fact, exactly 7╜ London buses high, approximately.
Four bronze lions by Edwin Landseer stand at the base of the column. Since the square was laid out there as been one empty plinth. In 1995 the powers that be finally decided to add a statue to it. The final choice has yet to be made but various nominations have been received including Winnie the Poo, the Queen Mother and Baroness Margaret Thatcher.
Trafalgar Square is also famous for its pigeons. The local authorities try to discourage people from feeding them as all the local buildings are covered with their droppings. However, they are still very popular with tourists.
