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London (England)

London is the largest urban area in, and the capital of, England and the United Kingdom. An important settlement for two millennia, London's history goes back to its founding by the Romans.

London's diverse population draws from a wide range of peoples, cultures, and religions, and over 300 languages are spoken within the city. As of 2006, it has an official population of 7,512,400 within the boundaries of Greater London and is the most populous municipality in the European Union. London is the world's leading business, financial, and one of the world's leading cultural centres, and its influence in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion and the arts all contribute to its status as a major global city.

Highlights included for tourists:

        

* The Tower of London - a great experience that really gets you involved in the dark and bloody history of Londons past (especially the Henry VIII era).
* The London Dungeons - expensive at about 18 each but nevertheless great fun and a bit of light entertainment relief from the touristy stuff.
* The National Gallery - Thoroughly enjoyed this, staring at the variety of famous paintings over the years.
* The Natural History Museum - Very enjoyable experience and great to see my childhood favorite dinosaur up close.
* Thames Cruise - A nice rexing way to spend an hour or two.
* London Bus Tour - Complete with head phones to learn all about the various places this was a geat way to get around the city.
* London Zoo - A little dissappointing and nothing ut of the ordinary in terms of zoo's. If anything, a little less impressive than the average zoo.
* Hyde Park - A great relaxing place to admire the incredible scenery

Evening:

* Les Miserables Theatre productionh - A great evening and a great performance. Expensive at 60 each for the great seats but well worth it.
* Soho - Eating and drinking around here was expensive and perhaps better places.