London
United Kingdom
As one of the world’s major global cities, London exerts a strong influence on world art, entertainment, fashion, commerce, finance, education, healthcare, media, science, technology, tourism, transport, and communications.
The largest in Western Europe London stands on the River Thames in southeast England and has been a major settlement for nearly 2,000 years
Royal residence Buckingham Palace became the London residence of the British monarch on the accession of Queen Victoria in 1837
Ancient core and financial centre With both the Bank of England and the London Stock Exchange based in the City
Tower Bridge Was opened by Edward, Prince of Wales and Alexandra, Princess of Waleson 30 June 1894
River Thames At 215 miles (346 km), it is the longest river entirely in England
Origin of species London is home to many museums, galleries, and other institutions
Music One of the major classical and popular music capitals of the world and hosts major music corporations
Leisure London’s theatre district is here, as are many cinemas, bars, clubs, and restaurants
Gin craze & epidemic London’s overcrowded conditions led to cholera epidemics, claiming 14,000 lives in 1848, and 6,000 in 1866
Omnia omnibus ubique The biggest department store in Europe
Just in time Elizabeth Tower, originally named the Clock Tower, and popularly known as „Big Ben“, was completed in 1859
Kensington It has been a residence of the British royal family since the 17th century
The City of London The city, ceremonial county and local government district
Millennium Wheel 135 metres (443 ft) tall and the wheel has a diameter of 120 metres (394 ft)
Home of fashion London is home to designers John Galliano, Stella McCartney, Manolo Blahnik, and Jimmy Choo. Also was ranked the top city for luxury store openings
Across the river 35 bridges that cross the River Thames within Greater London
Population London’s continuous urban area extends beyond Greater London and numbered 9,787,426 people in 2011
Southbank Undercroft This iconic space has been a key site for skate culture since the 1970s
Graffiti is not a crime The hub for graffiti and street art, showcasing work from both local and international artists
Tourists One of the leading tourist destinations in the world
Nighlife With around 3,500 pubs and a plethora of clubs is home to a vast and vibrant nightlife scene
Skyline The city of blinding lights
Nonstop service London’s bus network runs 24 hours a day with about 9,300 vehicles, over 675 bus routes and about 19,000 bus stops. The London Underground is the oldest and third longest metro system in the world
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