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The LONDON PORTALWikipedia portals: Culture · Geography · Health · History · Mathematics · Natural sciences · Philosophy · Religion · Society · Technology IntroductionLondon is the capital city of England and the United Kingdom, and the most populous city in the European Union.  London is one of the world's major business, political and cultural centres. It is a leader in international finance, politics, communications, entertainment, fashion and the arts and has considerable influence worldwide. It is widely regarded as one of the world's major global cities, and has been an important settlement for nearly 2000 years. London has an estimated population of 7.6 million (as of 2005[update]) and a metropolitan area population of between 14 and 16 million. London has an extremely cosmopolitan population, drawing from a diverse range of peoples, cultures and religions, speaking over 300 different languages. Residents of London are referred to as Londoners. The city is an international transport hub and a major tourist destination, counting iconic landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament, Tower Bridge and Buckingham Palace amongst its many attractions, along with famous institutions such as the British Museum and the National Gallery. London has three main central business districts: the City of London, the West End in Westminster and Canary Wharf in Docklands. The City of London is the largest financial and business district in Europe. Showcase Article Noel Park in the London Borough of Haringey, is a late-19th early 20th-century planned community consisting of 2,200 properties, designed by Rowland Plumbe. It was developed in open countryside to the north of London in the valley of the River Moselle, about half-way between the historic villages of Highgate and Tottenham. It is one of four developments on the outskirts of London built by the Artizans, Labourers & General Dwellings Company (Artizans Company). Since 2003, the name has also been given to a small park near the southern edge of Noel Park, formerly known as Russell Park. One of the earliest garden suburbs in the world, Noel Park was designed to provide affordable housing for working class families wishing to leave the inner city; every property had a front and rear garden. It was planned from the outset as a self-contained community close enough to the rail network to allow its residents to commute to work. In line with the principles of the Artizans Company's founder, William Austin, no public houses were built within the estate. Today, Noel Park is within London's urban sprawl and since 1966 has been in public ownership. Showcase Picture The Trafalgar Square Christmas tree is lighted on the first Thursday in December. There has been a Christmas ceremony at Trafalgar Square every year since 1947. A Norway Spruce (or sometimes a fir) is given by Norway's capital Oslo and presented as London's Christmas tree, as a token of gratitude for Britain's support during World War II. (Besides the general war support, Norway's Prince Olav, as well as the country's government, lived in exile in London throughout the war.) As part of the tradition, the Lord Mayor of Westminster visits Oslo in the late autumn to take part in the felling of the tree, and the Mayor of Oslo then comes to London to light the tree at the Christmas ceremony. Showcase Quote
CategoriesArticles about London can be found under these categories: London Boroughs
Biography showcase article The Kinks were an English rock band formed in Muswell Hill, North London, by brothers Ray Davies and Dave Davies in 1964. Categorized in the United States as a British Invasion band, The Kinks have been cited as one of the most important and influential rock acts of the era. Their music was influenced by a wide range of genres, including rhythm and blues, British music hall, folk, and country. The group's original line-up consisted of Ray Davies (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Dave Davies (lead guitar, vocals), Pete Quaife (bass guitar, backup vocals), and Mick Avory (drums and percussion). Ray and Dave Davies were the only permanent members of the band throughout its run, while Avory was with the group for most of its history, leaving in 1984. Did you know...Did you know... ... that the City of London ...
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Related portalsTransportLondon has one of the oldest and largest public transport systems in the world. Many components of its transport system, such as the double-decker bus, the Hackney Carriage black taxi and the Tube, are internationally recognised symbols of London. The majority of transport services in the capital are provided by Transport for London (TfL), an executive agency of the Mayor of London. The Oyster card is accepted as payment across most TfL-controlled transport modes. In the past ten years TfL has invested heavily in walking and cycling to promote more sustainable travel choices in London, including a Velib-style bike hire scheme which will open in Summer 2010.
London has a comprehensive rail network with several major railway stations. London has two international train stations, at St. Pancras railway station and Stratford International, which connect London to mainland Europe through the Eurostar service. London also has six international airports. In addition to public transport, London is the start point for a number of motorway routes. The M25 is an orbital motorway which enables vehicles to avoid travelling through central London and is one of the busiest motorways in Europe.
Wikipedia featured content on London Featured articles including Albert Bridge · Arsenal F.C. and History of Arsenal F.C. (1886–1966) · Baden-Powell House · Battersea Bridge · Buckingham Palace · Chelsea Bridge · Chelsea F.C. · East End of London · Gilwell Park · Great Fire of London · Her Majesty's Theatre · London congestion charge · Restoration spectacular · William Shakespeare · Jack Sheppard · Theatre Royal, Drury Lane · Vauxhall Bridge · Jonathan Wild Featured pictures: View here Featured lists including London Marathon winners · London Underground stations · Tallest buildings See also Good articles including: A1 road · Arsenal Stadium · Battersea Power Station · British Airways ·Charlton Athletic F.C. · Chiswick Bridge · Hammerton's Ferry · London · London bid for the 2012 Summer Olympics · London Paddington station · National Gallery · National Police Memorial · Old St Paul's Cathedral · Senate House · Serpentine · Smithfield · University College, London · Vauxhall Gardens London Topics
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