London

London is one of the most developed cities of the world, being a hub of various businesses, financial and cultural activities. It is the capital of England and the United Kingdom. As of 2006, the city had a population of 7.6 million, making it one of the most populated cities in the European Union. It is a cosmopolitan city as people from all walks of life, cultures and religions reside here. Over 300 languages are spoken in London. Greater London covers 609 square miles, making it one of the largest geographical urban areas.

One of the prominent geographical features of London is the Thames river. This city has an extremely pleasant temperate climate and light rainfall throughout the year. London is accessible from every part of the world as it has five international airports and a large port. The public city transport comprises efficient rail, taxi and bus services. London has a lot to offer to the tourists as well as residents. It has one of the world’s best educational institutions like University of London, the London School of Economics, the Royal Academy of Music and the Institute of Education among others.

Some of the popular London attractions include Houses of Parliament, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and the London Eye. London has a number of restaurants and hotels that cater to all kinds of tourists. It offers various shopping avenues like Bond Street, Oxford Street and Harrods department store among others.