London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a 21st-century city with history stretching back to Roman times. At its centre stand the imposing Houses of Parliament, the iconic ‘Big Ben’ clock tower and Westminster Abbey, site of British monarch coronations. Across the Thames River, the London Eye observation wheel provides panoramic views of the South Bank cultural complex, and the entire city. London was not always called London. Before settling in on the name ‘London’, it had a series of names – Londonium, Ludenwic, and Ludenburg! The Romans were the first to make London their home. In 2016, London was ranked as the 6th most expensive city to live in. In 2014, 16 million people visited London, making it the most-visited city. More than 300 languages are spoken in London. London is one of the richest cities, with more than 70 billionaires.

Take a spin on the London Eye to experience spectacular views of the city’s skyline and get a unique perspective on iconic London landmarks like Big Ben, London Bridge, Westminster Abbey and the Hungerford Bridge. The world’s foremost fashion destination, London is a shopper’s paradise: from flea markets and vintage shops to luxury department stores like Selfridges and Harrods, the options are endless. Many famous films have used the city as a backdrop, follow in the footsteps of James Bond or Harry Potter with a guided tour.