London is the capital of Great Britain. The square of London is 1706, 8 sq kilometers. The population is more than 8 million people. It is one of the largest and global cities in the world. London takes part in political, economic and cultural life of England. There are an airport and a port on the river in the city.
The famous attractions consist of Westminster Abbey, Westminster Yard with Tower’s Clock. The city is arranged on meridian of zero. The historical and administrative center of London is Westminster. The underground is the oldest in the world.
The climate of the Great Britain is medium – maritime. It is warm in summer, and not very cold in winter. The snowfalls are rare. The original name of the city went from Latin that means “violent” or from the word that means “wild”.
The important industry is a financial service. In London there are headquarters HSBC, Reuters, Barclays and offices of European companies. There is also a BBC's headquarter.
The most magnificent part of London is West End. the best hotels, restaurants, shops, clubs and parks are located there. The industrial district of London is the East End. There are many factories and the Port of London.
Cultural life of London is known for its the Royal Albert hall, the Royal Festival hall, the National theater and a great number of museums: the Victoria and Albert museum, the Geological Museum, the Museum of Mankind and Natural history museum.
The National Gallery is one of the most important picture galleries in the world. The Tate Gallery contains contemporary works by French masters.
The British Museum is the largest and richest of its kind in the world.
London - Capital of the UK. The area of London consists of 1706.8 square kilometers. The population is more than 8 million people. It is one of the largest and most global cities in the world. London takes part in the political, economic and cultural life of England. The city has an airport and a port on the river.
Famous landmarks include Westminster Abbey and the Palace of Westminster with its chapel. The city is located on the zero meridian. The historical and administrative center of London is Westminster. The Metropolitan is the oldest in the world.
The climate of Great Britain is temperate - maritime. It is warm in summer and not very cold in winter. Snowfalls are rare. The city's original name comes from the Latin, which means "furious" or from a word that means "wild".
An important industry is financial services. The headquarters of HSBC, Reuters, Barclays and offices of European companies are located in London. The headquarters of the BBC is also located there.
The most charming part of London is the West End. The best hotels, restaurants, shops, clubs and parks are located there. The industrial direction of London is the East End. There are many factories and the port of London.
London's cultural life is famous for its Royal Albert Hall, the Royal Festival Hall, the National Theater and a large number of museums: the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Geological Museum, the Museum of Humanity and the History Museum.
The National Gallery is one of the most important art galleries in the world. The Tate Gallery consists of contemporary French masters.
The British Museum is the largest and richest of its kind in the world.
London is the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It was founded by the Romans in about 43. One of its previous names is Londinium.
London is divided into the City (financial and historical centre) and 32 districts. London's population is 8.6 million people (2015), making it the second largest city in Europe.
The river Thames flows across London. It is a navigable river, which flows into the North Sea. London area is about 1580 square meters. It is an interesting fact that the city is located on the prime meridian, which is often called Greenwich.
London is one of the world's leading financial centres.
Buckingham Palace is the official residence of the Queen of the United Kingdom, and it is located in London. Near the palace there is a beloved Hyde Park. Westminster Palace, all known as the Houses of Parliament, with a clock tower, better known as Big Ben, is located along the Thames.
The Tower of London is another significant landmark of London and a symbol of the UK. In the past it was the fortress, prison, royal treasure. Now it's a museum complex.
In 2012, London became the first city to host the modern Summer Olympic Games three times.
London is the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, founded by the Romans around 43 AD. One of its former names was Londinium.
London is divided into the City (the financial and historical center of the city) and 32 districts. London has a population of 8.6 million (2015) and is the second largest city in Europe.
London is crossed by the River Thames, a navigable river that flows into the North Sea. The area of London is about 1580 m2. An interesting fact is that the city is located on the prime meridian, which is often called Greenwich.
London is one of the world's leading financial centers.
Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the Queen of the United Kingdom, is located in London. Next to the palace is everyone’s favorite Hyde Park. Along the Thames embankment is the Palace of Westminster, known to everyone as the Houses of Parliament, with a clock tower better known as Big Ben.
The Tower is another significant landmark of London and a symbol of Great Britain. In the past it was a fortress, a prison, a royal treasury. Today it is a museum complex.
London is the capital of Great Britain or the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is an old city, its history counts more than two thousand years. London is both the capital oi the country and a huge port. London is situated upon both banks of the Thames, about forty miles from the mouth and is divided into two parts by the river: north and south. There are 17 bridges that cross the river. The population of London is more than 9 million people.
The history of London goes back to Roman times. Due to favorable geographical position, soon after the Roman conquest, a small town became an important trade centre. Actually, London can be divided into several parts: the City or Downtown of London, Westminster, the West End and the East End. The City is the oldest part of London with narrow streets and pavements. There are many offices, companies and banks in this part of London. The City of London is the financial center of the United Kingdom. Only a few thousand people live there, but in the day-time it is full of people: as about half a million people come to work there. The biggest Banks and offices are concentrated in the City. The West End is the center of London. It is full of richest hotels, largest supermarkets, best cinemas and concert halls. There are a lot of beautiful houses and gardens. Only well-to-do people can live there.
Another important district of London is Westminster, where most of Government buildings are situated. Westminster Palace is the seat of the British Parliament. Westminster Palace was founded in 1050. It is located in the center of London. Many great Englishmen were buried in the Abbey: Newton, Darwin and others.
The Towers of the Houses of Parliament stand high above the city. On the highest tower there is the largest clock in the country which is known to the whole world as Big Ben. One can hear Big Ben strike every quarter of an hour. The clock “Big Ben” came into service in 1859. Big Ben is the biggest clock bell in Britain. The official London residence of the Queen is Buckingham Palace. It was built in the 18th century.
There are many nice squares in London. Trafalgar Square is one of them and it is in the center of the West End. One can see a statue of Lord Nelson in the middle of this square. There are many museums, libraries and galleries in London. The Tate Gallery is one of the well-known galleries in London. Henry Tate was a sugar manufacturer. He was fond of paintings and collected many pictures. The British Museum is a very interesting place in London. It was founded in 1753. The library of this museum has lots of books.
The East End of London is the industrial area and the place where the working people live. There are many factories, workshops and docks there. The East End, lying eastwards from the City is very large and crowded. There are many cars and buses in London. There is the Tube (an underground) in London too. The underground, constructed in London, was the first underground in the World.
Text about London. Translation of the topic into Russian
London is the capital of Great Britain or the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is an old city, its history goes back more than two thousand years. London is both the capital of the country and a huge port. London is located on both banks of the River Thames, approximately forty miles from its mouth and is divided by the river into two parts: northern and southern. Seventeen bridges cross the river. London's population exceeds 9 million people.
London's history dates back to Roman times. Due to its favorable geographical position, soon after the Roman conquest, the small town became an important trading center. In fact, London can be divided into several parts: the City, or business center of London, Westminster, the West End and the East End. The City, with its narrow streets and pavements, is the oldest part of London. This part of London is home to many offices, companies and banks. The City of London is the financial center of Great Britain. Only a few thousand people live there, but during the day it is full of people: approximately half a million people come here to work. The largest banks and offices are located in the City. The West End is the center of London. It is full of the richest hotels, the largest supermarkets, the best cinemas and concert halls. There are many beautiful buildings and gardens here. Only wealthy people can live there.
Another important area of London is Westminster, where most government buildings are located. The Palace of Westminster is the seat of the British Parliament. The Palace of Westminster was founded in 1050. It is located in the center of London. Many great Englishmen were buried in this Abbey: Newton, Darwin and others. The towers of the parliament buildings rise above the city. The tallest tower has the largest clock in the country, which is known throughout the world as Big Ben. The chime of the Big Ben clock can be heard every quarter of an hour. The Big Ben clock began its service in 1859. Big Ben is the largest bell clock in England. The Queen's official London residence is at Buckingham Palace. It was built in the 18th century.
London has many beautiful squares. Trafalgar Square is one of them, located in the center of the West End. In the center of this square you can see a statue of Lord Nelson. London has many museums, libraries and galleries. The Tate Gallery is one of the well-known galleries in London. Henry Tate was a sugar manufacturer. He loved paintings very much and collected many paintings. The British Museum is a very interesting place in London. It was founded in 1753. The library of this museum has a large number of books.
The East End of London is an industrial area and a place where workers live. There are many factories, workshops and docks there. The East End is east of the City and is very large and crowded. There are many cars and buses in London. There is a subway in London called the "tube". The Underground, built in London, was the first subway in the world.
Questions (questions for the story about London):
1. Is London a young city?
2. Where is London located?
3. How many bridges cross the river Thames?
4. What was that favorite feature which made London to be an important trade center soon after the Roman conquest?
5. What is the oldest part of London?
6. What is located in the West End?
7. Can poor people afford to live in the West End?
8. Where are most of Government buildings located?
9. Where is the largest clock in the country located?
10. How often does Big Ben strike?
11. When did the clock “Big Ben” come into service?
12. What is the official London residence of the Queen?
13. What square is in the center of the West End situated?
14. When was the British Museum founded?
15. How is the area where most working people live called? » 6. How is London underground called?
Vocabulary (words with translation for the topic “London”):
- to count - to count
- huge - large, gigantic, huge, huge
- bank - bank (of a river)
- mouth - mouth
- due to - thanks; as a result; as a result
- favorable - favorable
- conquest - conquest (the process of conquering peoples, lands, etc.)
- trade - trade
- downtown - business district, business part of the city, business center
- narrow - narrow, cramped
- pavement - pavement, sidewalk
- well-to-do people - successful, wealthy people
- district - district; district; region
- to be buried - to be buried, entombed
- to strike - to strike, beat (about a clock)
- quarter - quarter, fifteen minutes
- eastwards - to the east, in an easterly direction
- crowded - crowded, overpopulated
- the Tube - “pipe” (London Underground)
Text source
- Timoshchuk V.A. Kubarkov G.L. "New topics in modern English." - Donetsk, 2010. - 416 p.
London is the capital of Great Britain, the largest city in the European Union and one of the leading tourist destinations in the world. The city stands on the River Thames and was founded by the Romans. It was originally called Londinium. Today, this global city attracts people from all over the world with its developed arts, education, finance, media and, of course, tourism. The city is also known for its national and cultural diversity. More than 300 languages are spoken there. It is worth noting that London has four World Heritage Sites, including the Tower of London, Greenwich, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and the Palace of Westminster with its abbey and church. Other notable attractions include the London Eye, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament, Hyde Park, British Museum, Piccadilly Circus, Nelson's Column, West End theatres, London Aquarium and many other places worth visiting. It's clear that people of any profession, hobby or interest will find something to see and do in London. The city offers many places of natural, cultural and historical significance, as well as everything for recreation and entertainment.
London's most famous tourist attractions are located in the central part of the city and partly in the West End. One of the most interesting attractions is Palace of Westminster . Connecting the House of Lords and the House of Commons, it is the main center of political life in the United Kingdom. Tower of London , built in the 11th century, is another outstanding monument of the region. This historic castle is located on the north bank of the Thames. Its royal jewels and famous ravens attract millions of tourists every year. The tower serves as a royal palace and a fortress at the same time. Kew Gardens or the Royal Botanic Garden contains the world's largest collection of living plants. This attraction is located in southwest London and includes 121 hectares of gardens and botanical greenhouses. Historical suburb Greenwich famous for its Royal Observatory and is the zero point of reference for longitude and time zones of the globe.
London has a number of unique tourist attractions. For example, Big Ben is the largest four-sided chiming clock in the world. London Eye Suitable for both sightseeing and entertainment. This is a giant Ferris wheel in the center of London that offers visitors a 30-minute ride with magnificent panoramic views of the city. The wheel consists of 32 capsules, each of which can accommodate up to 25 people. One of the favorite places for tourists is Piccadilly . It is a transport hub and circular open space in the West End, home to several famous landmarks including the Royal Academy, the Ritz Hotel, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, etc. One of the must see places in London is Buckingham Palace – the official residence of Queen Elizabeth. Every day, tourists gather in front of the palace to watch the impressive Changing of the Guard ceremony. London's largest museum is British museum . It contains one of the most impressive archaeological collections in the world. Many historical sites can be found in Hyde Park . It was first opened in 1627 and is famous for its Speakers' Corner. Tourists and Londoners come here to relax in the vast green areas.
London is an old city.
It grew up around the first point where the Roman invaders found the Thames narrow enough to build a bridge. There has been a “London Bridge” in the same area ever since.
They founded a Celtic settlement then known as Londinium and later they had turned it into a large port and important trading center with a long wall of stone and brick. Inside the wall low houses were built with bright red tiled roofs.
The Tower of London was founded by Julius Caesar and in 1066 rebuilt by William the Conqueror. It was used as a fortress, a royal residence and a prison. Now it is a museum and also the place where the Crown Jewels are kept.
Time passed. London grew and became a great city. The coming of the railway changed London for ever. The first underground railway was opened in 1863 between Paddington and the City.
Today London is the capital of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
There are many places of interest in it and this city is well worth visiting.
A Brief History of London
London is an ancient city. It grew up around the spot where Roman invaders found the Thames narrow enough to build a bridge. London Bridge still stands there.
They founded a Celtic settlement then known as Londinium, which later developed into a major port and important trading center with a long wall of stone and brick. Low-rise houses with bright red tiled roofs were built inside the city walls.
The Tower of London was founded by Julius Caesar and rebuilt in 1066 by William the Conqueror. It was used as a fortress, royal residence and prison. It is now a museum and also where the Crown Jewels are kept.
As time went. London grew and became a big city. With the arrival of the railway, London changed forever. The first underground railway opened in 1863 between Paddington and the City.
Today London is the capital of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. This is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It has many interesting places and this city is worth visiting.