London is the capital city of England and the United Kingdom.

London is today one of the world's leading business, financial and cultural centres,[1] and its influence in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion and the arts all contribute to its status as one of the major global cities.

With increasing industrialisation, London's population grew rapidly throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, and was the most populated city in the world

Transport is one of the four areas of policy administered by the Mayor of London. However the mayor's financial control is limited and he does not control the heavy rail network (although in November 2007 he will assume responsibility for the North London Railway). The public transport network, administered by Transport for London (TfL), is the most extensive in the world.

Home to a range of universities, colleges and schools, London has a student population of about 378,000[70] and is a centre of research and development. Most primary and secondary schools in London follow the same system as the rest of England.

Then, we can say that London is home to many museums, galleries, and other institutions which are major tourist attractions as well as playing a research role.

London has hosted the Summer Olympics twice, in 1908 and 1948. In July
2005 London was chosen to host the Games in 2012, which will make it the first city in the world to host the Summer Olympics three times. London was also the host of the British Empire Games in 1934!