The Temple Bar Gate in London England was built in the late 17th century by Sir Christopher Wren as a ceremonial gateway marking the boundary between the City of London and Westminster.
Temple Bar was situated on Fleet Street and served as a symbol of the City of London's jurisdiction. It was adorned with statues of monarchs and was a notable landmark in London's urban landscape.
In the 19th century, due to increasing traffic congestion and the need for road widening, the Temple Bar gate was dismantled in 1878 and removed to a private estate. It was later re-erected in 2004 near St. Paul's Cathedral as a pedestrian gateway.
The Temple Bar gate holds historical significance as a symbol of London's heritage and civic identity. It represents the connection between the City of London and the monarchy and has been celebrated in literature and art over the centuries.