Fleet Street in London, the Capital City of England
London is the capital city of the United Kingdom, the largest metropolitan area in the United Kingdom and the largest urban zone in the European Union, through the city runs the River Thames. London has been a major settlement for two millennia, its history going back to its founding by the Romans. London's ancient core, the City of London, largely retains its square-mile medieval boundaries. Since at least the 19th century the name London has also referred to the metropolis developed around this core. Greater London administrative area is governed by the elected Mayor of London and the London Assembly. London is a leading global city, with strengths in the arts, commerce, education, entertainment, fashion, finance, healthcare, media, professional services, research and development, tourism and transport all contributing to its prominence. It is the world's largest financial centre alongside New York and Tokyo, has the largest city GDP in Europe
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Location: London England UK Europe
Photo credit: © Brenda Kean / Alamy / Afripics
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