London - The Most
Symbolic City of the World


   
London - General Information |
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Currency: |
British pound (GBP) |
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Language: |
English |
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Area: |
1,579 km² |
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Climate: |
Temperate (with regular
but light precipitation throughout the year) |
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| Summer: |
Max
- 73° F (23°C) | Min - 57°F (14°C) |
| Winter: |
Max
- 46° F (8°C) | Min - 36°F (3°C) |
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| Also known as: |
The City & The Square Mile |
| Famous for: |
Double-Decker Red Buses, Tourist Attractions &
Trade or Cultural Events |
| Geographical Location: |
Southern part of the island of Great Britain,
Europe |
| Latitude, Longitude & Altitude: |
51° 30' 28" N, 0° 7' 41" W |
| Best time to visit: |
April to September (rest being the cold and wet
months) |
| Neighbouring Cities: |
Birmingham, Bristol, Oxford, Cambridge &
Dover |
| Means of Local Transport: |
Tubes, Trams, Buses & Taxis |
| London is the most populous city in
European Union. |
| It is also one of the world's largest
cities by area. |
| It will host the
2012 Olympics. |
| It possesses 97%
of Embassies or High Commission of UN member countries. |
Hot Links & Contacts
London Govt.
http://www.london.gov.uk/
London Tourism:
http://www.visitlondon.com/
Britain Tourism:
http://www.visitbritain.com/en/EN/
London Chambers of Commerce:
http://www.londonchamber.co.uk/lcc_public/default.asp?id=862
London Police:
http://www.police.london.ca/
http://www.londonpd.com/
http://www.cityoflondon.police.uk/citypolice/
London Municipal Corporation:
http://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/Corporation
General Info.:
http://www.worldtravelguide.net/london
http://www.allinlondon.co.uk/things-to-do.php
Ambulance: |
999 or 112 |
Police: |
999 or 112 |
Fire: |
999 or 112 |
Directory Inquiries: |
153 |
Police Reporting Center: |
(519) 661-2664 |
Sexual Assault Centre: |
(519) 438-2272 |
Health Sciences Centre: |
(519) 685-8500 |
MasterCard (lost or stolen): |
000800 964-767 |
VISA (lost or stolen): |
000800 895-082 |
Overview
A global center of commerce, entertainment, education, fashion, art and
sports, London is one of the world's most identifiable cities. Every small
happening in this city affects every corner of world therefore it is often
called as the capital of Earth.
This one of the key global cities of UK and capital city of England located
on river Thames, is one of the world's most important business, financial
and political centers that influence the whole world. London is also one of
the most populous cities in the European Union with a cosmopolitan
population consisting of people belonging to all religions and cultures.
Lapping five international airports and most convenient public
transportation facilities, London is obviously the largest transport and
aviation hub. Its Heathrow airport carries more international passengers
than any other country of the world.
London is considered the most symbolic city of the world for its famous
landmarks. Where the great globe of St. Paul's Cathedral glows golden in the
fading sunlight in the east, the "Mother of Parliaments" stands
proud at the west since 1250s. Moreover, The Tower of London, Big Ben,
Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and countless other famous landmarks
forms the identity of the city.
Nevertheless, its not only its attractions that lure the tourists, its also
the year round events and fairs that makes the city a happening business and
tourist destination. This city of red double-decker buses, the queen, the
tube and the incredible collection of modern art promise something for
everyone.