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Greater London

Imagine a giant city with a famous river, lots of people, and amazing history – that's Greater London!

Images

Greater London UK locator map 2010

Greater London UK locator map 2010

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Greater London composite parts
Greater London UK district map (blank)
The Messenger by David Wynne OBE, SUTTON, Surrey, Greater London (7)
Greater London UK location map
The Messenger by Sir David Wynne, SUTTON, Surrey, Greater London
The Messenger by Sir David Wynne, SUTTON, Surrey, Greater London (9)
All Bar One, Sutton, Surrey, Greater London (9)
The Messenger by Sir David Wynne, SUTTON, Surrey, Greater London (11)
The Messenger by Sir David Wynne, SUTTON, Surrey, Greater London (4)
Greater London UK relief location map
The Messenger statue, SUTTON, Surrey, Greater London

Key Facts

Location
Southeastern England.
Population
Over 9 million people.
Area
About 1,572 square kilometers (607 square miles).
Capital City
London.
Languages
English is the main language, but many others are spoken.
Fun Fact
The River Thames is so important, it's like the city's main street!

A Big City with a Winding River!

Greater London is a super-duper big place in England, like a giant playground! It's home to millions of people, all living and playing together. The most famous thing here is the River Thames, a long, winding river that flows right through the middle.

It's like the city's watery highway! The land is mostly flat near the river, but sometimes it goes up into little hills, like gentle bumps on a blanket.

Stories from Long, Long Ago!

This place has been around for ages and ages! Long before cars and buses, people were building homes and towns here. Over time, it grew and grew, with different groups of people adding their own stories. Imagine building with LEGOs, but instead of bricks, it was houses and streets, all added bit by bit over hundreds of years to make the amazing place it is today.

So Many People, So Many Things!

Greater London is buzzing with people from all over the world! They speak many different languages and have all sorts of traditions. It's like a giant party where everyone brings something special. There are always exciting things happening, from fun festivals to busy markets where you can find all sorts of treasures. It’s a place where everyone’s story is important.

Working and Playing Together!

Lots of people in Greater London have important jobs. Some help run the city, others work in shops, and many create amazing things! They all work together to make sure everything runs smoothly. It’s like a big team where everyone has a role to play, from the people who drive the buses to the ones who build the tall buildings.

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