Discover London Like Never Before!
Explore the Heart of a Global Icon
Dive into the depths of one of the world’s most vibrant cities. Whether you’re planning a visit, seeking business opportunities, or simply curious about its rich history and diverse culture, this comprehensive guide to London has it all.
What’s Inside?
- History Comes Alive: From Roman Londinium to the thriving metropolis of today, uncover the events that shaped this legendary city.
- Iconic Landmarks: Explore world-famous sites like the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and the London Eye.
- Business Hub: A detailed dive into London’s financial districts, with insights into its role as a global economic powerhouse.
- Travel & Transport: Master the intricate web of London’s transport system – underground, buses, and even river cruises.
- Cultural Gems: Revel in the arts, from the West End theaters to London’s bustling museums, including the British Museum and Tate Modern.
- Local Tips: Navigate London like a local with insider tips on dining, shopping, and hidden gems.
Why Choose This Guide?
- Expertly Curated: Nicolae Sfetcu provides a well-researched, engaging narrative, blending historical depth with practical advice.
- Versatile: Perfect for tourists, business travelers, and even London residents looking to discover something new.
- Rich Visuals: Stunning photography and detailed maps bring London’s vibrancy to life.
Special Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: From the historic streets of the City to the trendy boroughs of Camden and Shoreditch.
- Practical Advice: Travel tips, suggested itineraries, and cultural etiquette to make your visit seamless.
- Business Insights: Understand the pulse of London’s corporate and financial sectors.
About the Author
Nicolae Sfetcu is a celebrated writer and publisher, known for his expertise in travel and cultural analysis. With contributions sourced from reliable platforms like Wikipedia and Wikivoyage, Sfetcu ensures accuracy and accessibility for all readers.
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London, the only city to have hosted the Olympics three times (1908, 1948, 2012), is dynamic and very diverse culturally. It plays an important role in art and fashion. It receives 28 million tourists per year and has four sites in World heritage and numerous iconic landmarks: the Palace of Westminster, Tower Bridge, Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and renowned institutions like the British Museum or the National Gallery.
CONTENTS:
London
– Geography
– – Definition of London
– – Relief and hydrography
– – Districts
– – Urbanization
– – Climate
– History
– – London in Roman times
– – The Anglo-Saxon occupation
– – Medieval London
– – The modern times
– – The contemporary era
– Policy and Administration
– – Local administration
– – Postcodes in London
– – National administration
– – Twinning
– Demography
– – Population
– – Demographic evolution
– – Ethnic diversity
– – Residents born abroad
– – Religion
– Economy
– – Attractiveness
– – Services and finance
– – Tourism
– Lines of communication and transport
– – Rail transport
– – Truck transport
– – Air transport
– – River transport
– Education
– Culture
– – Entertainment
– – Arts
– – Museums
– – Music
– – Sport
– Media
Local government
– London Assembly
– – Composition
– – Presidency
– – Constituencies
– City of London
– – Institutions
– – – The Wards
– – Heraldry
– – An economic and financial center
Geography
– Metropolitan area
Economy
– London Stock Exchange
– – History
– – – Strategic alliances
– Port of London
Buildings and structures
– The tallest buildings
– – Lists
– – – Skyscrapers
– – – Other structures
– – – Comparison chart
– – – Future buildings
– – Other famous structures
– Tower of London
– – Crown jewels
– – Menagerie
Transport
– Air network
– – Aircraft
– – Gondola lift
– Subways and trams
– – London Underground
– – Docklands Light Railway
– – Tramway (Croydon Tramlink)
– Rail network
– – London Overground
– – Commuter trains
– – Outlines
– – International connections
– – Airports connections
– Road network
– River network
– London Underground
– – The metropolitan network
– – – The lines
– – – Stations
– – Culture
– – – The metro map
– – – The roundel
– – – Contribution to the arts
– Bridges
– – River Crossings
– – – River Thames
– – – River Lea
– – – Subterranean rivers
– – – Canals and Docks
– – Road and foot bridges
– – Railway bridges
Culture
– Annual events
– – Major annual events in London
– Museums
– Public art in the City of London
– – Aldgate
– – Bank
– – Blackfriars
– – Broadgate / Liverpool Street / Bishopsgate
– – Cannon Street
– – Fenchurch Street
– – Fleet Street
– – Holborn
– – Moorgate
– – St Paul’s
– – Temple
– – Tower Hill
Education
– Universities and higher education colleges in London
– – Specialised and private universities and higher education colleges
– – Foreign universities
Tourism
– Get in
– – By plane
– – – Airports
– – By boat
– – By train
– – By bus
– – By car
– Get around
– – By train
– – By metro
– – By tram
– – – Oyster card
– – By bus
– – By taxi
– – By car
– – By bike
– – Walk
– See
– – Religious buildings
– – Parks
– – Museums
– – Royal Parks
– – – Administration
– Tips
– – Learn
– – Buy
– – Eat
– – Market towns
– – What to do
– – – Drink
– – – Public events
– – – Bars
– – Concerts
– – – Nightclubs
– – Sleep
– – – Cheap
– – Go next
– – Gentlemen’s clubs
References
About the author
– Nicolae Sfetcu
– – By the same author
– – Contact
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– MultiMedia Publishing
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– Digital: EPUB (ISBN 978-606-033-086-8), Kindle (ISBN 978-606-033-088-2), PDF (ISBN 978-606-033-087-5)
DOI: 10.58679/TW35112
Publication Date: Sep 18 2016
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