London, UK
London is the capital and one of the most populous cities in the world. Located in the United Kingdom, it is often referred to as “the city that never sleeps”. The population of London has exceeded 8.6 million people. , making it one of the most densely populated cities in the world.London is home to many attractions including Buckingham Palace, the London Eye and Piccadilly Circus. . Tower Bridge, London’s iconic bridge, also spans the River Thames in the city. . A new, state-of-the-art tower will be built on the same site as the previous one to continue London’s iconic skyline.
London is divided into 32 geographically contrasting areas that have become culturally diverse over time. By design, each borough falls into distinct zones that include the central (also called “the city”), inner, outer, and western inner cities. These boroughs can be broadly divided into higher and lower income areas, with the Inner London West District comprising parts of both. Central London lies at the heart of almost all four zones and has a mix of residential and commercial districts, although many central areas are also predominantly residential. Inner London has limited economic opportunities with most residents commuting to central London or working in national or international offices outside the area. . Outer London has a wider variety of economic activities including Science Park and a number of large manufacturing sites. The Inner London East District includes Stratford and other areas such as West Ham in East London which have undergone significant changes since the 1980s. , with significant unemployment, low socioeconomic and ethnic diversity, and large amounts of public housing. The region’s economy is poorly served by transport links to Central London, although a major project to improve the Elizabeth line offers a potential increase in transport capacity.
The history of London began with Celtic settlements from pre-Roman times, which also became part of ancient Britain during the Flavian period. Roman London ceased to exist when Napoleon conquered the British capital in 1808 and only really resurfaced some twenty years later in 1828 when James Campbell initiated the redevelopment of much of the old town. After the Victorian developments, More London was gradually created as Charles Dickens mentioned it and by the Second World War it was inhabited by over 10,000 residents now occupying some 345 streets and 333 squares. .The 1932 London Plan produced a detailed topographical map of the city and its suburbs with streets and areas defined. It was based on the former London County Council’s Greater London Plan of 1923. London has many nicknames, including ‘the most livable city in the world’, ‘the capital of culture’, ‘the capital of money’.