Information for Travelers
London, the capital of England and Great Britain, is a modern city with roots dating back to the Roman Empire.
Britain's bustling capital offers something for everyone, including shopaholics, foodies, adventurers, historians and kids; but that can make it difficult to choose what to do first.
Picturesque streets wind past renowned attractions like Buckingham Palace and St Paul's Cathedral.
In the center are the imposing Houses of Parliament, the legendary “Big Ben” clock tower and Westminster Abbey, the site of the coronation of British monarchs.
Across the Thames is the London Eye, which offers panoramic views of the South Bank cultural district and the rest of the city.
With so many impressive tourist attractions and captivating things to do, it's no wonder that London is one of the most visited cities in the world.
Culture
London is one of the most fascinating cities in the world and receives over 20 million tourists a year.
The city boasts modern architectural wonders such as the ancient alleys of the Shard Line, filled with historic monuments, upscale shops and award-winning theaters.
One of Britain's most iconic buildings, Buckingham Palace is also the setting for London's most popular display of pomp and circumstance, the Changing of the Guard.
Exhibiting one of the finest collections of antiquities in the world, the British Museum contains over 13 million artifacts from the ancient world.
With priceless objects from Assyria, Babylonia, China, Europe and elsewhere, it's hard to know where to start at this expansive attraction.
Read about London in Wikipedia
Current time in London UK with seconds according to the official atomic clock.
