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London - The Most Symbolic City of the World

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Quick Facts

	Currency:	British pound (GBP)
	Language:	English
	Area:	1,579 km²
	Climate:	Temperate (with regular but light precipitation throughout the year)


Summer:	Max - 73° F (23°C) \| Min - 57°F (14°C)
Winter:	Max - 46° F (8°C) \| Min - 36°F (3°C)

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.

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.