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The UK’s capital is a city like no other, and over 8 million people call it their home. London offers over 300 museums and galleries, an amazing theatre scene, iconic landmarks and unrivalled shopping and sporting opportunities – all linked by a fantastic public transport system.
With 270 nationalities and 300 different languages represented, London is truly international. This is reflected in the wide variety of cultural celebrations, including Chinese New Year and Diwali. Don’t miss the annual Notting Hill Carnival, Europe’s biggest street festival and celebration of Caribbean culture with live music, dancing and delicious food.
London is home to many world-famous attractions, and you can experience them all. Visit Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and Tower Bridge. You can also view the city from above on the London Eye, and discover amazing animals and artefacts at the Natural History and British Museums.
Host of the 2012 Olympics, and the only city to have hosted the modern Olympics 3 times, London is a global centre for sport. The city’s outstanding facilities include Wimbledon tennis courts, Wembley and Twickenham stadiums and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. London is also home to 5 Premier League football teams, including Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur.
London is a leading shopping destination. From the luxury stores on Oxford Street, to Westfield Stratford shopping centre (the largest of its kind in Europe), to the daily vintage market at Portobello Road, London shoppers are spoiled for choice. It is no surprise that CNN named London the 3rd best shopping city in the world.
There’s so much going on in London; Borough Market is right next to the College, Tate Modern is just a short stroll away, and London Bridge station connects you to virtually everywhere in the city. Whether you’re interested in food, art or film, London has everything to offer!
London is an exciting city that has so much to explore. It is very modern and there is always something to do. The people here are friendly and have a great sense of humour.
