TEST YOUR LONDON TAXI KNOWLEDGE: Can you locate these iconic hotels?

This new quiz challenges taxi drivers, Londoners and visitors alike to test their knowledge and pinpoint ten of London’s top hotels, some of them are new and some of them have been around for decades.

The exercise is designed not only as a test of geographical skills, but also as a tribute to the extensive training that London’s black cab drivers undergo, known as the Knowledge of London.

Black cab drivers in London are required to possess a thorough knowhow of the city’s complex layout. This includes an in-depth understanding of its myriad streets, routes, and landmarks, a knowledge base that typically takes years to develop.

The successful completion of this rigorous training process hands the applicant a green badge to navigate the metropolis taking fares.

The quiz features a mix of hotels, ranging from longstanding favourites to new establishments, and highlights the detail that cab drivers must maintain. The challenge serves as an engaging way for individuals to gauge their own understanding of London, mirroring the perspective of seasoned taxi professionals. How many can you identify correctly?

Questions

1. The Dorchester

2. The Savoy

3. The Peninsula

4. The Berkeley

5. The Connaught

6. The Pan Pacific

7. The Mayfair

8. The Ritz

9. The Mandarin Oriental

10. The Carlton Tower (Jumeirah)

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