￭ Big Ben is not actually the name
of the clock, it is the name of the
bell which is inside the clock.
￭ Black cab (taxi) drivers in London
are obliged to take a test called
"The Knowledge". Testing their
memory of every street and
important building in London within
six miles from Charing.
￭ It is illegal to die in the Palace of
Westminster
￭ Many play writers and poets are
buried at Westminster Abbey. This
is where the tombs of the
Elizabethan, Edmund Spenser and
possibly also Shakespeare are
￭ It is considered an act of treason
to put a postage stamp with the
Queen’s head upside down on an
envelope!
London is the main capital of England and
the United Kingdom, it has been a major city
for two millennia and its history going back to
its founding by the Romans. In fact, today’s
London is as international as it is British, a
global leader in banking and financial services,
with international universities and is fast
becoming a 24-hour city. Pubs, clubs,
theatres, cinema and comedy; London is alive
with events and productions in every possible
type of venue.
With over 40.000 shops, world-famous
department stores like the luxury “Harrods”
and 83 major street markets to choose from,
there are bargains to find for every budget.
London is a shopaholic's dream come true!
Visitors love coming to this city because of
the variety of things to do and places to visit.
The city’s long history is conserved in the
many monuments, museums and historic
structures such as The National Gallery, The
Big Ben or Tower of London. You can't miss
out on experiencing a little royal heritage by
visiting Buckingham Palace or witness
“Changing of the Guards”.
Discover Londen
You will find London is also an ideal place to
relax in one of the many green lush parks. The
Royal Park, St, James or Hyde Park are
beloved spots for locals to break away from
the busy daily city centre. Those wishing to
escape the city can visit the beautiful English
countryside with its winding roads, rolling hills
and historic old villages. A day out can be
combined with a visit to an ancient
Stonehenge site or Windsor Castle.
When you plan to visit London a minimum of
three days is advisable to see some of the
highlights it has to offer. An integrated public
transport system existing of trains,
underground metro and the typical red double
deck buses drive around in the city offering
you a great way to explore, as well as on foot
using a city map. However, no city’s taxis (or
cabbies) are as classy as London’s. You
almost feel privileged paying a taxi for a ride
down the street. Optional we offer great day
excursions and museum entrance tickets to
pre order avoiding the long queues.
DID YOU KNOW? FACTS
ABOUT LONDEN
