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London: A City That's Been Around FOREVER!

Imagine a city older than your grandparents' grandparents, with amazing stories to tell!

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Bored stone from Guinée (west Africa)

Bored stone from Guinée (west Africa)

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Electronics on Canvas: Les Années Lumière by Ayah Bdeir, 2008 / Eyebeam Open Studios Fall 2009 / 20091023.10D.55585.P1.CC / SML
Stone sculpture of Durga Mahishasuramardini in the British Museum, London
Crystal Palace park
Crystal Palace park
Gilt Bronze Head
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Houses of Parliament
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Mushroom Rock on Alum Creek, Kansas, 211 miles west of Missouri River.

Key Facts

Location
England, United Kingdom.
Population
Over 9 million people.
Area
About 607 square miles.
Capital
Capital city of England and the United Kingdom.
Languages
English is the main language.
Founded
Around 43 AD by the Romans.

Where is London Hiding?

London is a super famous city in England, which is part of the United Kingdom! It sits on a big river called the River Thames. Think of it like a giant playground that's been around for more than 2,000 years! It's a place where people from all over the world come to visit and live. The weather can be a bit rainy sometimes, but that just makes the green parks even prettier!

London's Awesome Adventures!

London is so old, it was started by people called the Romans! Over its super long life, it's seen all sorts of exciting and scary things. It survived a terrible fire that burned down lots of buildings, and even tough times like wars. But London is like a superhero city – it always bounces back and becomes even stronger and more amazing than before!

What Do Londoners Do?

People in London love to do all sorts of things! They have fun traditions and enjoy visiting amazing museums and theaters. Lots of people work in big buildings, helping the city run. London is famous for being a place where people from everywhere meet, share ideas, and create cool new things. It's like a giant melting pot of fun and creativity!

London's Superpowers!

London is a super important place for money and culture. It's a hub for businesses and a place where art, music, and stories come alive. Even though it's faced many challenges, like fires and wars, London always rebuilds and becomes a leader in the world. It's a city that never gives up and is always exciting to explore!

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