London

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London is the capital city of the United Kingdom and of England and is the most populous

city in the European Union.

London is a leader in international finance, politics, education, culture,

entertainment, fashion and the arts and has considerable influence worldwide.

It is widely regarded as one of the world's major global cities, and has been

an important settlement for nearly two millennia.

London has an estimated population of 7.5 million (as of 2005) and a metropolitan

area population of between 12 and 14 million. London has an extremely cosmopolitan

population, drawing from a diverse range of peoples, cultures and religions,

speaking over 300 different languages. Residents of London are referred to as Londoners.

The

city is a major tourist destination and an international transport hub. It

counts many important buildings and iconic landmarks such as the Houses of

Parliament, Tower Bridge and Buckingham

Palace amongst its attractions, along

with famous institutions such as the British

Museum and the National

Gallery.

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