London guide

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City Guide for London: an introduction

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London is a massive, multi-cultural, cosmopolitan city with a population of nearly 12 million people. Greater London extends over 600 square miles and is divided into 33 Boroughs. Each borough has a diverse mix of people's, cultural activities and markets, all of which make London an incredibly exciting place to be. In addition, some remarkable new galleries and cinemas have opened in the last five years...from the magnificent Tate Modern south of the Thames to the giant Millennium Wheel near the Parliament and Big Ben. London has both an enormous successful financial district and is home to many offices and retail outlets. There is always plenty to see and do, from visiting one of the beautiful and world-famous museums to an antique market in Portobello. You may want to take advantage of the extensive public transport network.

We have tried to put together a guide that will give you comprehensive information on the city of London and its landmarks, attractions and useful information that will help you visit to this remarkable city more pleasurable.


Introduction | History | Famous tourist attractions | Transport