London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a fascinating city, rich in history and culture and full of wonderful things to see and do. This amazing city was founded by the Romans, and is today one of the world’s most important financial, business and cultural hubs.

Tourists from all over the world love visiting this city. There are four World Heritage sites in London – the Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey and St. Margaret’s Church; the Tower of London; Greenwich; and the Kew Gardens, and these are merely the tip of the iceberg as far as the attractions of London are concerned.

Other famous historical and cultural spots well worth a visit when you are in London include Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Big Ben. There are countless museums and art galleries to browse through, and acres of parkland to wander about.

London’s green spaces are a treat for the eye, and many concerts, festivals and sports events are held in these areas during summer weekends.
The city is a great place for walks – stroll around seeing the sights or ramble along the river and in the parks. There are lots of things for families to do together, too, such as visiting city farms or taking the kids out for a great meal at a good restaurant. And there are other things to do – you could take a helicopter ride over the city or go for bungee jump, for a start. There are so many things to see during the day that most visitors wish they had more time here. The nightlife is fascinating, with a host of entertainment opportunities, great nightclubs and interesting bars and pubs.

This bustling metropolis is a rich mixture of various races and cultures – more than three hundred languages are spoken by people here!