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London, UK - City Guide

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London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a lively and cosmopolitan city with over eight million inhabitants, making it the most populous city in Europe. Even though English is the official language of the city, there are an additional 250 foreign languages spoken and it is currently the European city with the largest flow of immigration.

Located in the south-east of England, London is a key destination for any traveller. It is a great place to visit if you are interested in learning about British culture, and it is the home to four World Heritage Sites, 17 National Museums, and it is perfect for entertainment seekers, with 3,800 pubs and over 40,000 shops.

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Must-sees


Big Ben and the Palace of Westminster
Big Ben and the Palace of Westminster
Big Ben is an attraction you can't miss in London as it is located at the top of a tower which dominates the city skyline
Monuments in London
Buckingham Palace, London
Buckingham Palace
Go and visit Buckingham Palace and see where the British Royal Family have been living since 1837. Get your tickets at the kiosk in Green Park
Historical buildings in London
London Eye
London Eye
The London Eye has become the 20th century icon of London and a relaxing way to take in the city
Monuments in London
Tower of London
Tower of London
The Tower of London is one of the grandest monuments in the world. Take a tour of this landmark and discover its highest towers and deepest dungeons
Historical buildings in London

Suggestions


Camden Town, London
Camden Town
You will love shopping in London. The city has over 40,000 shops and 83 open-air markets. Everthing from antiques to jewellery, crafts or food
Shopping in London
Cutty Sark Clipper Ship, London
Cutty Sark
The Cutty Sark Clipper Ship is the most famous ship in the world and you can go and visit it today
Greenwich Royal Park, London
Greenwich Royal Park
Greenwich Park houses the zero point for global time and it boasts some of the best views in London
Parks and Gardens in London
Madame Tussauds, London
Madame Tussauds
A whole world of wax characters waits to meet you at Madeame Tussauds
London for Children
Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre
Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre
The Globe Theatre in London is a replica of a 17th century open-air theatre. There are Shakespeare performances held during the summer months
Theatres in London
Tate Britain, London
Tate Britain
The National Gallery of British Art, Tate Britain, is just one of the four Tate galleries displaying the Tate collection
Museums in London

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