Discovering London

The heart of the United Kingdom

Why LONDON??
Location
 SIGNIFICANCE OF LONDON
 LONDON IS THE Capital city of the United Kingdom.
 It’s one of the oldest cities in the world with more than
2000 years of history.
 It is Britain’s largest cosmopolitan and Metropolitan city.
 It has a population of 8.982 million people
 IT’S One of the world's leading financial centers.
 Home to rich history, culture, and diverse communities.
 Fun Fact: There are more than 300 languages spoken in
London more than in any other city in the world.
 The present-day City of London covers an area of
1,572.03 km² in comparison Addis is 527 km²
 Historical OVERVIEW
A TIMELINE OF KEY HISTORICAL EVENTS IN LONDON
 43AD. Romans invaded Britain. ...
 50AD. Founding of London (Londinium) ...
 125AD. Londinium destroyed by fire.
 200AD. City wall and gates built.
 290AD. London Mint established.
 604AD. St. Paul's Cathedral was built.
 878AD. King Alfred recaptured London from the Danes.
 1123. Foundation of St Bartholomew's Hospital.
 Peasants/ farmers revolt took place in 1381
 The great plague ravaged the city from 1665 to 1666
 There was a huge fire in London city in 1667 which completely destroyed the
city
 The London Underground was first built in 1863.
 The London sewer system was built in 1875
 World War II or the Blitz took place between 1940 to 1947
 Modern London in the 21st century
 ICONIC LONDON LANDMARKS
 BIG BEN,
 PALACE OF WESTMINISTER,
 TOWER BRIDGE,
 THE SHARD,
 BUCKINGHAM PALACE,
 HYDE PARK,
 PICADILLY CIRCUS,
 ST. PAULS CATHEDRAL,
 TRAFALGAR SQUARE,
 THE LONDON EYE,
 CULTURALLY VIBRANT CITY
 IT HAS SOME OF THE BEST MUSEUMS AND
GALLERIES IN THE WORLD
 IT HAS 4 UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES
 MORE THAN 22,000 MUSIC PERFORMANCES
TAKE PLACE EVERY YEAR IN LONDON
 197 FESTIVALS TAKE PLACE EVERY YEAR IN
LONDON
 SOME OF THE WORLD’S BEST MUSICIANS
SUCH AS COLD PLAY, BEATLES, ADELE, PINK
FLOYD, AND HARRY STYLES, HAVE LONDON
AS THEIR BASE
 LONDON HAS OVER 800 BOOKSHOPS AND
325 PUBLIC LIBRARIES,
 LONDON IS THE SECOND BEST FOODIE CITY
IN THE WORLD AND OFFERS more than 89
national cuisines including Chinese, Vietnamese,
Indian, Sri Lankan, Malaysian, Yemeni, Afghani,
Austrian, Australian, French, Italian, German,
ETHIOPIAN, American, Mexican, Scandinavian,
Burmese, etc.
 LONDON’S ROLE IN LITERATURE
Since 1300 until the present day, London has always been the center of literature; there is in fact no place in London that has not
been referred to, and written about. From Oliver Twist to Sherlock Holmes, TO SHAKESPEARE TO HARRY POTTER
London’s impact on the literary world can be felt everywhere you go. LONDON IS THE Most Literary City in the World.
 Interesting facts
 London is famous for its black taxi cabs,
 It’s iconic red double-decker buses,
 The queen’s changing of the guards,
 The red telephone booths,
 London has 3000 parks
 BRITISH ROYAL FAMILY
For centuries, the British Royal Family has been a source of fascination and admiration around the world. From their glamorous
weddings and stately homes to their charitable works and commitment to public service, there are so many interesting facts
about the Royals that it can be hard to keep track of them all!

Queen Elizabeth was the longest-reigning British monarch of all time. AFTER HER DEATH HER ELDEST SON CHARLES
WAS CROWNED KING. HE HAS TWO SONS WITH THE LATE PRINCESS DIANA. PRINCE WILLIAM AND PRINCE
HARRY.
 conclusion
Hope you all enjoyed this short presentation about some of the most interesting and iconic facts about London!!

 Do you all have any questions?

 What was something that surprised you the most about this fascinating city?
 Would you go to this fabulous city for a holiday?

NOW YOU!!!

PICK ANY ONE ASPECT OF LONDON AND CREATE YOUR

OWN PRESENTATION TO SHOW TO THE REST OF THE
CLASS!!
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