Barbican towers photographed from Tower 42. Photo: Ben Logan
Love it or loathe it, Barbican is an integral part of the London skyline and culture scene. The three residential towers lurk behind the sleek glass towers of the city like concrete monsters reminding Londoners of a bygone architectural era. Below them, people flock to theatre, film and musical performances, exhibitions, bars, restaurants and more. And woe betide any first timers who try to find their way across the maze of the Barbican estate unaided.
Here at Londonist, we've got a bit of a soft spot for Barbican, particularly the view from the Highwalk bridge overlooking what may be the world's most artificial lake.
Looking up at the sky from inside Barbican. Photo: smithPhoto: entoptikaLakeside Terrace in the sunshine. Photo: Ben LoganThe vehicle and pedestrian tunnel under Barbican, running between Silk Street and Barbican tube station. Photo: vertigo_aMacaws in Barbican in 2006. No, we don't know why either. Photo: AnnieBarbican towers on the skyline in March 2016. Photo: Ed KartenIt looks lovely at night too. Photo: barbicancentrePhoto: terence chisholmSunrise behind Barbican. Photo: Jono KenyonPart of the never-ending maze of tunnels, corridors and ramps. Photo: Simon WaterhouseThe inside of the launderette at Barbican feels like something of a time warp. Photo: D A ScottThe platform at Barbican tube station. Photo: Matt BrownPhoto: Ade OshineyeThe Barbican Muse is a sculpture of a woman holding two masks, representing tragedy and comedy It was designed by Matthew Spender and has been in situ since 1994. Photo: Matt BrownSquirrel in Barbican Conservatory. The conservatory is home to all sorts of tropical plants and exotic fish, although squirrels aren't usually present. It's free to visit, although usually only open on Sundays. Photo: aridleyphotography.com