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London is the capital and the largest city of the UK. Its population is over 8 million. It is the country's main industrial and financial centre. London is also one of the largest ports in the UK. It stands on the River Thames. <br><br>Traditionally London is divided into several parts: the City, Westminster, the West End and the East End. The heart of London is the City, its financial and business centre. There are a lot of banks, offices and firms there, including the Bank of England and the Stock Exchange. Few people live here, but over a million come to the City to work.<br><br>The City is famous for its oldest part, the Tower of London. Many years ago the Tower was a fortress, a Royal Palace, a prison and even a Royal Zoo. It is now a museum of arms and armour and it contains the Crown Jewels. The Tower is guarded by the famous Beefeaters. The ravens are also a part of its history. There is a legend that if the ravens disappear, the British monarchy will fall. That's why their wings are cut back and they are carefully guarded. Another famous sight of the City is St. Paul's Cathedral designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the 17thcentury. It is one of the most famous churches in the world.<br><br>Westminster is the political centre of London. The Palace of Westminster is one of the world's most famous buildings. It houses the British Parliament and is often called the Houses of Parliament. The Clock Tower of the Houses of Parliament is known as Big Ben. Another famous building in Westminster is Buckingham Palace , which is the official residence of the Queen. <br><br>Opposite the Houses of Parliament there is Westminster Abbey where all British monarchs have been crowned. Many famous people are buried in Westminster Abbey including statesmen, musicians and writers. In the Poet's Corner you can find the tombs and monuments of many outstanding British writers.<br><br>The West End is the richest and the most beautiful part of London. The best hotels, shops and restaurants, clubs and theatres are situated there. Trafalgar Square, which is also in the West End, is the geographical centre of London. It was laid out in memory of Lord Nelson's victory in the Battle of Trafalgar. <br><br>There are a lot of museums and galleries in London. On the north side of Trafalgar Square there is the National Gallery, one of the finest art gallery in he world. The biggest museum in London is the British Museum. It contains a priceless collection of ancient manuscripts , coins, sculptures and is famous for its library. <br><br>The East End covers a wide area to the east of the City and is quite different from the other parts of London. It is one of those areas of London where working class people live.
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