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Discover London

Separated from the mainland by the English Channel, the United Kingdom and suthe capital, London, are among the main tourist destinations in the world. In fact, London is a permanent invitation to new discoveries, encounters and reunions with present and past glories of the British Empire. Founded by the Romans, the metropolis is the third most important tourist destination in the world, behind Paris and Rome. It is also one of the most important financial centers - Fleet Street, in the City - on the planet.

Big Ben

Big Ben and its incredible 96m Neo-Gothic tower in the Palace of Westminster stand out among the numerous attractions of the UK metropolis. Officially, and currently, the set formed by the tower and the bell is called Elizabeth Tower, also having been called before 2012 as Clock Tower. It is the second largest clock of its kind in the world, the first is Minneapolis, USA. The tower, the bell (almost 14 tons) and its famous clock form the main postcard of London.

Every day the BBC reproduces the ringtone of the Elizabeth Tower, which first touched the tower on May 31, 1859.

Westminster

London's most important temple, the gothic Westminster Abbey, whose influence radiates to the four corners of the planet, for its beauty, rich Impressive history and architecture is a must-visit in the London metropolis. Westminster was the scene of the Coronation (and burial) of the Kings and Queens of the United Kingdom.

Its construction was started in the 11th century (1042, by Eduardo the Confessor, whose throne is inside the abbey), reformed in the 13th century by King Henry III. Since William the Conqueror in 1066, all coronations of kings and queens (as well as royal weddings) in the United Kingdom have been held at Westminster. From the 16th century, it ceased to be a Catholic temple and was transformed into an Anglican church.

Prestige

There are many reasons and attractions for a visit to London, including: shopping, fashion, culture, arts, entertainment and the finances. Department stores and super famous brands, museums among the most prestigious, galleries, theaters and many other attractions in addition to the must-see Big Ben, Parliament, Westminster Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, to name just the best known.

Cultural Center

London is one of the most important cultural centers in the world. The British Museum and Tate Galery are institutions of great prestige and must-see visits.

+ Attractions

Museums, galleries, parks, palaces, and more make London a permanent invitation to new discoveries, encounters and reunions with glories of the British Empire, among which we highlight: the British Museum, the National Gallery, the Museum of Natural History, the Tate Modern museum, the London Eye, the Science Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Tower London, the Royal Greenwich Museums, the famous Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the famous and popular Hyde Park.

Discover United Kingdom

Separated from the mainland by the English Channel, the United Kingdom is one of the main countries in Europe. Suthe capital, London, is one of the most important financial centers (The City) in the world. Third world tourist destination, London is one of the largest cities in Europe, ahead of Istanbul and from Moscow.

London

The capital of the United Kingdom, with numerous attractions whose highlights are the Elizabeth Tower and the famous Big Ben, is one of the most visited cities in the world. There are many reasons for this: shopping, museums, fashion, arts, entertainment, finance, and more.

Cultural Center

London is one of the most important cultural centers in the world. The British Museum is a highly prestigious institution and an unmissable visit.

+ Attractions

London, Glasgow, to name just two major cities, with their museums, galleries, parks, palaces, and more make the UK an invitation permanent basis for new discoveries, meetings and reunions with glories of the British Empire, among which we highlight, in London: the British Museum, the National Gallery, the Natural History Museum, the Tate Modern museum, the London Eye, the Science Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Tower London, the Royal Greenwich Museums, the famous Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the famous and popular Hyde Park.