District guide · London
Islington is a borough in North London forming part of Inner London, home to Arsenal Football Club and its Emirates Stadium. The Charterhouse, a museum, and Sad...
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Islington is a borough in North London forming part of Inner London, home to Arsenal Football Club and its Emirates Stadium. The Charterhouse, a museum, and Sadler's Wells, a performing arts venue, exemplify the district's cultural heritage. History and art are deeply embedded here, from medieval churches to contemporary galleries.
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