London

In this project you are to speak about the capital of Great Britain, its history and attractions.

London

     The Romans built a town on the River Thames. The name of the town was Londinium.

At the beginning of the 11th century England was already a great country. William the Conqueror became King of England. He built the White Tower to live in it. This building is very famous. A lot of people visit it every year.
     In September 1666 was a fire in the old city of London. It started in the wooden house near London Bridge and burnt many houses. After the Great Fire people built a new city.
     London is the capital of England. Now it is the biggest city in Britain. More than seven million people live and work there. In London you can find the best theatres, cinemas, museums and beautiful churches.
     There are about 10 thousand streets in London. Oxford Street is London’s main shopping centre.
     Trafalgar Square is the centre of London. In the middle of the square there is a monument to Admiral Nelson. There are two beautiful fountains in the square. They are in front of the National Gallery.
     The political centre of London is Westminster.
     British Prime Minister lives at 10 Downing Street.
     Big Ben is the name of the bell in the clock tower of the Houses of Parliament.
     Westminster Abbey is one of the most famous churches in London. Many English kings and queens are buried there.
     The Queen of England (Elizabeth II) lives in Buckingham Palace.