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London — Лондон

If there is a place I want to visit, it’s definitely London. In my opinion, it is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Everybody knows that London is the capital of England and the UK. However, people don’t know that this city is the center of the English-speaking world. The best language schools are situated there. That’s why many international students wish to study English in London.

Location and population

Geographically the city is located in southeastern England. It is considered to be the most densely populated city of the country.

More than 8 million people live in London, which makes it one of the largest cities in Europe. Its original name during the Roman invasion was Londinium.

The London attractions

Many people associate London with Big Ben — one of the tallest clock towers in the world. Another symbol of the city is the London Eye — a well-known Ferris wheel. On a clear day, people can

see the magnificent Windsor Castle from top of the wheel.

The London Underground, or simply the Tube, was built in 1863 and is considered to be the first one in the world. It’s another tourist attraction.

Those, who like waxworks, will appreciate the Museum of Madame Tussauds. The tallest building of London is the Canary Wharf Tower, which is situated in a major business district.

The districts in London

There are several major districts in London: the City, the West End, the East End and Westminster area.

All historic and cultural sights of the city are situated in Westminster area, including Tower Bridge, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Big Ben, the Poets’ Corner, Westminster Abbey, etc.

The City is the financial district of London. The West End houses the main shopping and entertainment facilities. This part has always been the symbol of wealth and luxury. The East End is full of factories, docks and workshops.

Центр англоязычного мира

Если и есть место, куда я хочу поехать, так это определенно

Лондон. На мой взгляд, это один из самых красивых городов в мире.

Всем известно, что Лондон — столица Англии и Великобритании. Однако не все знают, что это центр англоязычного мира. В нем расположены лучшие языковые школы. Вот почему многие иностранные студенты хотят изучать английский язык именно в Лондоне.

Местоположение и население

Географически город расположен на юго-востоке Англии. Это самый густонаселенный город страны.

В Лондоне проживает более 8 миллионов человек, что причисляет его к крупнейшим городам Европы. Его первоначальное название во время римского правления было Лондиниум.

Достопримечательности Лондона

Многие люди ассоциируют Лондон с одной из наиболее высоких часовых башен в мире, то есть с Биг-Беном. Другой символ Лондона — знаменитое колесо обозрения «Лондонский глаз». В ясный день с высоты колеса люди могут увидеть великолепный Виндзорский замок.

Строительство лондонской подземки, или просто метро, относится к 1863 году и считается первым в мире подобным проектом. Это еще одна туристическая достопримечательность.

Любители восковых фигур по достоинству оценят Музей мадам Тюссо. Самое высокое здание Лондона — это башня Кэнэри Уорф, расположенная в главном деловом районе.

Районы Лондона

Лондон разделен на несколько основных районов: Сити, Вест-Энд, Ист-Энд и Вестминстер.

Все исторические и культурные достопримечательности города расположены в Вестминстерском районе, в том числе Тауэрский мост, Собор Святого Павла, Биг-Бен, Уголок поэтов, Вестминстерское аббатство и т. д.

Сити — это финансовый район Лондона. В Вест-Энде расположены основные торговые и развлекательные заведения. Эта часть всегда была символом богатства и роскоши. Ист-Энд полон заводов, доков и мастерских.

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