With fabulous galleries, wondrous nightlife and out of this world sights, London is one of the largest popular tourist destinations in the world.London has a possibly diverse population and over 300 languages are spoken within the place. According to 2006 statistics, it has a population of 7512400, which makes it the most populous municipality in the European Union and the 2nd largest populous in Europe.London has been chosen as the host of the 2012 Summer Olympics.
When, World War II, German bombs killed over 30 000 Londoners and destroyed legions houses and other houses across London. This was not to be the last time that London is damaged by bombing.In fact, Irish Republican Army bombers disrupted the metropolis with bomb threats- and actual bombs- for legions years until their 1997 ceasefire. More recently, the borough was struck by a series of coordinated bomb attacks in 2005, which were carried out by Islamic extremist suicide bombers on the city's public transport network on 7 July.
London is renowned for its best museums and art galleries. One of the supreme famous museums is the Victoria and Albert, which was established in 1852. It is the world's biggest museum of decorative arts and design with a permanent collection of over 4 and a half million objects. These days, the museum covers a massive 12 and a half acres and 145 galleries. It is a major tourist bait and, in 2006, it attracted 2,400,000 travellers.
London has some of the best shops in the world. Whether you are looking for designer fashion, souvenirs or tasty food, you are undeniable to spot the things you desire here.One of the city's most extraordinary stores is Harrods in Knightsbridge. This department store is one of the larger memorable in the world and was established in 1834. Now owned by Mohamed Al Fayed, it employs over 5000 humans and has countless designer concessions.
London has terrific nightlife, which we are unfailing that everyone will spot fine. From divine restaurants, to exclusive clubs and bars, there is something for everyone in London.One of the most well known clubs is the Embassy, which is a private members club on old Burlington Street. The club is quite expensive, but it is chockablock of celebrities and great for star spotting. As well as this, it serves noted food by Michelin award winner Garry Hollihead.
As it is such an immense hangout, London is very easy to get to. In fact, it is well connected by rail and brags some big railway stations, including London Bridge, London Victoria, London Euston and Liverpool Street. As well as this, the center also has three major airports, Heathrow; Stanstead and Luton.Driving in London can be tricky due to the congestion charge, but the conurbation has a prestigious underground and bus network to help members of public get around.