London is located in the south of England, it is the political and economic capital of the United Kingdom. Downtown London is 60km from the mouth of the Thames, as the map of London shows. Its privileged location in the south-east of England has been very beneficial, it was the richest and most populated region of the country.

 

London is established as the largest city in Europe, yet it is easy to get there and get around. As the London map shows, the city is served by five international airports, an extensive road network as well as subways, trains, buses, coaches, water shuttles and taxis making it easy to get from one point to another in the capital. .

 

London, situated in south-eastern England at the head of the River Thames estuary, is the largest urban area and capital of England and the United Kingdom (see London map). An important settlement for two millennia, London's history goes back to its founding by the Romans. Since its settlement, London has been part of many important movements and phenomena throughout history, such as the English Renaissance, the Industrial Revolution, and the Gothic Revival.

 

London is home to a plethora of nationalities that have over time molded and shaped the city culture into what it is today. While London can claim to be a major influence in many areas (London map), it is weak in religious practice. London is lower than any other part of the United Kingdom or Western Europe and is approximately seven times lower than American averages.