London is a large city situated in the southeastern part of England,
standing on the river Thames. This city is a capital of the United Kingdom. The
population of London is more than eight million people. London is considered as
the largest city not only of the United Kingdom but also in western part of
Europe. London is one of the largest financial centers of the world.
Romans founded this city in AD 34, they called it Londinium. This word
later was shortened to what we have now – London. The capital of the United
Kingdom has different names in different languages of the countries composing
Great Britain — in Irish Londain, in Welsh Llundain, in Scottish Lunnainn.
London was a small city for a very long time. Romans built walls muring the
city and all the citizens lived inside these walls. Now this area is called the
City of London. But around the city there were many little villages which
population increased gradually. After some time (when the Romans left) all
these villages were joined into one huge city which is known now as Greater
London or just London. In twelfth century London became the capital of England.
In spite of the fact today’s London has many immigrants, most people in
this city are British. Immigrants came to London from different countries all
over the world, they brought not only their languages but also their cultures
and religions. Many foreigners stay in London on business, others visit London
as tourists. London offers a lot of sights to see. The most visited are the
famous Sights of London which include churches, palaces and museums.
London is considered as one of the most important cities of the world for
finance, business and politics. The capital of Great Britain is also important
for entertainment, culture, media, art and fashion.