The column for Lord Admiral Nelson was erected there in commemoration of his famous victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.
Because it is world famous - just like Central Park in New York, Eiffel Tower in Paris or Trevi Fountain in Rome.
Tourists and pigeons.
Because they know that tourists will feed them.
Trafalgar Square is best known for Nelson's Column, the fountains, the National Gallery, demonstrations, the annual Christmas Tree and thousands of pigeons and tourists.
almost 15 million international visitors per year.
No, Trafalgar Square is a square in London.
Trafalgar Square is in London.
Trafalgar square is named after the battle, and that particular square is apparently the scene of MANY political rallies, speeches, tourists, and other causes. Mandela is most likely one of the many political visitors to that area.
There are two fountains in Trafalgar Square.
London's Trafalgar Square was created in 1890.
Trafalgar Square is in London England and commemorates the naval victory over the French fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.
Trafalgar Square didn't exist before the battle. It was built to commemorate Nelson's victory.
Parliament Street links Trafalgar Square and Parliament Square. And Whitehall.