• London is the capital of England and is the largest city in UK.


• Romans founded London almost 2,000 years ago.


• London is located on the river Thames, in Southeast England.


• London is the top city tourist destination in the world. Over 25 million people visit London each year.


• London has a population of close to 8 million people.


• London spreads across area of 620 square miles.


• A little over 40% of Londoners belong to minority ethnic groups.