A very unique city, which I can definitely recommend visiting.

With a population of over eight and a half million, London is the third most populous city in Europe. London is a top-ranking global city and a leading global financial centre.

Founded by the Romans shortly after their invasion of Britain in 43 AD. From about 100 AD it was the capital of Roman Britain, from the 11th-12th centuries of England, from 1707 of Great Britain, and from the 16th to the 20th centuries of the British Empire. From 1825 to 1925 London was the largest city in the world.

When talking about such a big city, it is necessary to mention transport: Public transport fares are tied to six tariff zones. The cost of travel on public transport in London is higher than the European average. A single Oyster Card ticket is valid for all types of public transport, except for water transport with restrictions.

There are two types of taxis in the city: classic cabs, one of the symbols of London, which can be hailed on the street, and minicabs, which can only be ordered by prior arrangement.

Buses are operated by private operators. There are about 700 routes. One of the symbols of London is the red double-decker bus. In 2012, the famous Routemasters were replaced by new double-deckers, which run on electricity and diesel fuel.

The London Underground is the oldest in the world, it was opened in 1863. It consists of 11 lines with a total length of 402 km and 270 stations. It closes at night.

The Docklands Light Railway opened in 1987. It is located to the east of the city centre on both banks of the River Thames. It has 45 stations, the total length of tracks, laid on the ground and viaducts, is 34 km. Three-car trains run without drivers and are controlled by a computer from the central control room.

There are 13 central stations around the city centre, most of which are termini: Waterloo, London Bridge, Victoria, Liverpool Street, Euston, Charing Cross, Paddington, St Pancras, Cannon Street, King's Cross, Fenchurch Street, Marylebone and Moorgate. The stations serve a variety of train routes, with St Pancras International serving the high-speed Eurostar services to Paris and Brussels.

The city's diverse architecture is impressive, and the best thing to do is to walk around the city and look at all this beauty.

The famous bridge...

Oh, here's another interesting phenomenon, the tide on the Thames. The difference between the photos is several hours...

London Eye.

And finally, a few photos of the city.