LONDON

Description:

London - is the capital of England and the United Kingdom, the largest metropolitan area in the United Kingdom and the largest urban zone in the European Union by most measures.London has been a major settlement for two millennia, its history going back to its founding by the Romans, who called it Londinium. London%27s ancient core, the City of London, largely retains its square-mile mediaeval boundaries.London is the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and also England, the largest city on British isles. The global city%27s area contains1706,8 km ². The population is more than 8 million people The city occupies the 21 place in the world because of its population, the 2 place in Europe, both the first in the European Union and Great Britain. London plays the leading part in political, economic and cultural life of Great Britain. There are one of the world%27s largest airport - the international Heathrow airport , river%27s port on the river Thames, many world famous sights: Westminster Abbey, a complex of the Westminster palace with an hour tower, St. Paul%27s Cathedral, a fortress Tower and others. Westminster us an administrative and histirical center of London . The business center of the city settles down in other area — City. Both areas have the status "city".

Climate

London has a temperate marine climate. So the city rarely sees extremely high or low temperatures.Despite this, summers are generally warm, with daytime temperatures above 20 °C (68 °F) on over 90% of days. Winters in London are chilly, but rarely below freezing, with daytime highs around 6 °C (43 °F) – 8 °C (46 °F).Snow is relatively uncommon.

Transport

The London underground consists of 12 lines, the majority of which which connects the city center with its suburbs. Buses serve for local movings. Also in London there is a public sailing charter. The system of city water routes is known as London River Services. Some routes are aimed on tourists, others are used by Londoners as usual public transport, for example for trips to work. In London high-speed lines is usefull and there is an internal ring highway . For entrance of private cars to the city center the payment (since 2003 — 8 ф.ст is raised., about 400 rbl.) In London there are five airports: one of the most loaded in the world is Heathrow, another large air terminal is Getvik, and also the small Stansted and Lutonand London-city which intends for the charter flights of businessmen.

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Hotels in LONDON


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Dorset Square Hotel

Address: 39 Dorset Square, London

Dorset Square Hotel

Dorset Square Hotel is a dedicated member of Design Hotels This beautiful Regency townhouse has 38 individually designed bedrooms many of which look onto the leafy private garden square which was originally the site of Thomas Lords first cricket ground - There is a sumptuous guest drawing room with... more

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park

Address: 66 Knightsbridge, London

$407 - $747

Location. Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park is a business friendly hotel located in central London, close to Harrod's, Hyde Park Corner, and Trafalgar Square. Additional points of interest include Kensington Palace and Houses of Parliament. Hotel Features. Dining options at Mandarin Oriental Hyde... more

Express By Holiday Inn Hammersmith

Address: 124 King Street Hammersmith, London

$53 - $176

Express By Holiday Inn Hammersmith

Enjoy a convenient location and easy links to central London at the Holiday Inn Express London Hammersmith hotel. The modern Holiday Inn Express Hammersmith is an inviting home-from-home, a short stroll from Hammersmith Tube station for direct links to Heathrow Airport and the attractions of... more

Holiday Inn Express London - Limehouse

Address: 469-475 The Highway, London

$69 - $136

Location. Holiday Inn Express London Limehouse is a business friendly hotel located in London, close to Tower of London, London City Hall, and London Stock Exchange. Additional points of interest include Old Bailey and Olympic Stadium. Hotel Features. This 3 star property has a business center and... more

London Marriott Hotel Kensington

Address: 147 Cromwell Road, KensingtonLondon

$136 - $396

Location. London Marriott Hotel Kensington is a business friendly hotel located in London, close to Earl's Court Exhibition Centre, Trafalgar Square, and Kensington Palace. Additional points of interest include Houses of Parliament and Royal Albert Hall. Hotel Features. Dining options at... more

Wembley Plaza

Address: Empire Way, Wembley

Wembley Plaza

The Wembley Plaza hotel is ideally located next to the Wembley Stadium and Arena, home to some of the UK's most popular events. Easy access to Central London with journey times of less than 15 minutes to Baker Street by London underground makes the West End and other London attractions within... more

Crowne Plaza London - Docklands

Address: Western Gateway, Royal Victoria DockLondon

$80 - $301

Location. Crowne Plaza London Docklands is a business friendly hotel located in London, close to Excel Exhibition Centre, Olympic Stadium, and The O2. Additional points of interest include Boleyn Ground Stadium and Royal Observatory. Hotel Features. Crowne Plaza London Docklands's restaurant... more

Kings Hotel

Address: 60/62 Queensborough Terrace, Westminster, London

Quick description This budget hotel offers basic rooms, a few minutes’ walk from Hyde Park and Kensington Palace. Queensway Underground Station, for the Central line, is just a 3-minute walk from the building.Kings Hotel is on a quiet street in Bayswater, less than 5 minutes’ walk from... more

Marriott London Marble Arch

Address: 134 George Street, London

$182 - $476

Location. Located in central London, Marriott London Marble Arch is a business friendly hotel within walking distance of Marble Arch and Hyde Park Speakers' Corner. Additional points of interest include Portman Square and Trafalgar Square. Hotel Features. Marriott London Marble Arch's... more

The Montcalm London

Address: 34-40 Great Cumberland Place, Top of Park Lane, Marble ArchLondon

$245 - $1,082

Location. The Montcalm London is located in central London, close to Marble Arch, Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum, and Buckingham Palace. Nearby points of interest also include Royal Albert Hall and Trafalgar Square. Hotel Features. Dining options at The Montcalm London include 2 restaurants. A... more


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