Information and Articles About London, England

London has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in recent history. Not only because of the modern culture, but also because of the rich history behind it, going all the way back to the Roman period. Located in the heart of the United Kingdom, England, London is one of the leading global cities of the world, standing next to New York City. Its international airport system is the largest in the world, as everyday it brings in thousands of people. This also makes London one of the most populous city in the world.

Arts, film, culinary, fashion, gaming, tourism, and more, London is one of the top contenders in these fields, making it a cultural capital of the world.

London is also known for its many landmarks for tourists to visit. Sites like the Tower of London, the Palace of Westminster, the Kew Gardens, Greenwich, The Royal Observatory and Westminster Abbey attracts thousands of tourists each month.

When tourists travel to London, they also experience the many traditional food it offers. Besides the ever popular Fish and Chips, people can also experience delicious meals like the Beef Wellington, Steak and Kidney Pudding, Kedgeree and the Chicken Tikka Massala. Other than food, tourists can also visit some of London's most famous restaurants such as the Chiltern Firehouse, Ember Yard, the Social Eating House and the Artusi.

Along with its history and its cuisine, London is also known for its people. There's celebrities like  Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock, The Hobbit), Emily Blunt (Edge of Tomorrow), Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl), Tom Hardy (Inception), musician David Bowie, Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter) and Bonnie Wright (Harry Potter). For non-celebrities, there are also important Londoners like the scientist Michael Faraday, the poet John Keats, soccer player David Beckham, Prime Minister Clement Attlee, film director Alfred Hitchcock, and Samuel Pepys, the man who archived several important events in London throughout his life.

Articles Featuring London, England From British Heritage Magazine