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London’s Alexandra Palace is not just a heritage sight, but also a prime tourist spot for the Olympics

As the last week of the Olympics sets in, all eyes remain on London and the Alexandra Palace (Ally Pally) which is playing host to the Dutch for the 11th consecutive year. The Palace has been converted into a house, where Dutch athletes, supporters, sponsors and media can gather during the games to follow, participate and support their teams.

The Ally Pally is approximately 20 minutes from the city centre and Olympic Village has been the centre of music, sport and events for over 130 years. The venue is bursting with culture and heritage that no other destination in London can offer. The seven acre palace is surrounded by 196 acres of beautiful parkland, and grounds that boast a pub; restaurant, boating lake, pitch, putt course, and a panoramic view of the London skyline.

It provides an ideal setting for live and pre-recorded broadcast footage. Entertainment is varied, including sports activities, bars and restaurants and appearances by top DJs and performers from The Netherlands. In addition a large hall where the medal ceremonies for athletes and performances will take place, the opening and closing ceremonies of the games and all the live sporting action will be shown on large screens.