The history of London briefly in English with translation. Text about London in English with translation

London is the capital of Great Britain, its political, economic and cultural centre. It is one of the largest cities in the world. Its population is more than 11,000,000 people. London is located on the river Thames.

The city is very old and beautiful. It was founded more than two thousand years ago. Traditionally London is divided into several parts: the City, the Westminster, the West End and the East End.

The City is the oldest part of London, its financial and business centre. The Westminster is the aristocratic official part of London. It includes Buckingham Palace, where the Queen lives, and the Houses of Parliament.

The West End is the most beautiful part of London. The best hotels, restaurants, shops, clubs, parks and houses are located there.

The East End is an industrial district of London. There are many factories and the Port of London there.

London has many places of interest. One of them is the Houses of Parliament, the seat of the British Government. There one can see the famous Tower Clock Big Ben, the symbol of London. Big Ben is the real bell which strikes every quarter of an hour. Another place of interest is Buckingham Palace. It’s the residence of the Queen. There are many other places of interest in London: Trafalgar Square, Regent’s Park, Westminster Abbey and, of course, the British Museum. It’s impossible to describe all places of interest.

The best way to know London is to visit it.

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London is the capital of Great Britain, its political, economic and cultural center. It is one of the largest cities in the world. Its population is more than 11,000,000 people. London is located on the River Thames.

The city is very old and beautiful. It was founded more than two thousand years ago. London is traditionally divided into several parts: the City, Westminster, West End and East End.

The City is the oldest part of London, its financial and business center. Westminster is an official part of aristocratic London. It includes Buckingham Palace, where the Queen lives, and the Houses of Parliament.

The West End is the most beautiful part of London. The best hotels, restaurants, shops, clubs, parks and houses located there.

The East End is an industrial area of ​​London. There are many factories and the Port of London located there.

London has many attractions. One of them is the Houses of Parliament, the seat of the British government. There you can also see the famous Big Ben tower clock, the symbol of London. Big Ben is a real bell that strikes every quarter of an hour. Another attraction is Buckingham Palace. This is the queen's residence. There are many other interesting places in London: Trafalgar Square, Regent's Park, Westminster Abbey and, of course, the British Museum. It is impossible to describe all the sights of the city.

The best way to get to know London is to visit it.

London is the capital of England and the United Kingdom. London was founded by Romans about 43 AD. The population of London is 8.7 million people. The total area of ​​London is about 1.5 thousand square kilometers.The most famous tourist attractions of London are the Westminster Palace, the Tower of London, the British Museum, and others.

London is the capital of Great Britain and the United Kingdom. London was founded by the Romans around 43 AD. London's population is 8.7 million. The total area of ​​London is approximately 1500 square kilometers. The most famous tourist attractions in London are the Palace of Westminster, the Tower of London, the British Museum, and others.

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The capital of Great Britain

London is the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is the largest city in Europe and one of the largest in the world with a population of about nine million people. It is not only the capital of the state, but also the main port. London is located on both banks of the River Thames, which is crossed by seventeen bridges.

History of London

The history of London goes back many centuries. London has an extremely advantageous geographical position, and soon after it was captured by the Romans, the small city developed into an important trading center. London experienced a plague that killed an estimated 100,000 people and a great fire that destroyed most of the city. Geographically, London can be divided into four parts: the City, Westminster, West End and East End.

London Attractions

London City

The City is the oldest part of London. The largest banks, companies and offices are concentrated in it. Despite its small area, it is a very important part of the city and the financial center of the entire United Kingdom. Only a few thousand people live here, but more than half a million work here.

East End

The East End is the central part of London. Only rich people can afford to live here. In this part of the city you can find luxury hotels, supermarkets, the best cinemas, theaters and concert halls, beautiful parks and houses.

Westminster

Westminster is the administrative center of London. Most government buildings are located here. The British Parliament meets in the Palace of Westminster. The towers of the Houses of Parliament rise above Parliament Square. On the highest of them is the largest clock in the country, known as Big Ben. Buckingham Palace, built in the eighteenth century, is the official residence of the Queen.

London has many attractions, including the famous Trafalgar Square, the Tate Gallery and the British Museum.

West End

The West End is the industrial center of London. Mostly workers live here. This area is home to many factories, workshops, slums and docks, so it seems like there is constant smog in this part of the city.

Conclusion

London is a cosmopolitan city, bringing together people of different races and nationalities.

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London is the largest city in Europe

The capital of the United Kingdom

London is the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It’s the largest city in Europe and one of the largest cities in the world with the population of about 9 million people. It’s not only the capital of the country but also its chief port. London is situated upon both banks of the Thames which is crossed by 17 bridges.

The history of London

The history of London dates back many centuries. It has a very convenient geographical position and soon after the Roman conquest a small town turned into an important trade centre. London survived the plague which killed nearly 100,000 people and the Great fire when most of the city was destroyed. London can be divided into four main parts: the City, Westminster, the West End and the East End.

Sightseeings

The City of London

The City is the oldest part of London where the largest banks, companies and offices are concentrated. It’s quite small though very important because it’s the financial center of the UK. Only a few thousand people live there but more than half a million come to the City in order to work.

The East End

The East End is the center of London where only wealthy people can afford to live. Luxurious hotels, supermarkets, best cinemas, theaters and concert halls, beautiful parks and house can be found in this part of the city.

Westminster

Westminster is the administrative center of London where most of government buildings are situated. Westminster Palace is the seat of the British Parliament. The Towers of the Houses of Parliament stand high above the city in Parliament Square. On the highest one there is the largest clock of the country known as Big Ben. The official residence of the Queen is Buckingham Palace which was built in the 18th century.

There are lots of places of interest in London among which the most famous are Trafalgar Square, the Tate Gallery and the British Museum.

The West End of London

The West End of London is the industrial area of ​​London inhabited mostly by the working people. This district is full of factories, workshops, slums and docks and therefore always seems to be in smoke.

Conclusion

London is a cosmopolitan city as it units people of different races and nationalities.

London is the capital of Great Britain or the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is an old city, its history counts more than two thousand years. London is both the capital oi the country and a huge port. London is located upon both banks of the Thames, about forty miles from the mouth and is divided into two parts by the river: north and south. There are 17 bridges that cross the river. The population of London is more than 9 million people.

The history of London goes back to Roman times. Due to favorable geographical position, soon after the Roman conquest, a small town became an important trade centre. Actually, London can be divided into several parts: the City or Downtown of London, Westminster, the West End and the East End. The City is the oldest part of London with narrow streets and pavements. There are many offices, companies and banks in this part of London. The City of London is the financial center of the United Kingdom. Only a few thousand people live there, but in the day-time it is full of people: as about half a million people come to work there. The biggest Banks and offices are concentrated in the City. The West End is the center of London. It is full of richest hotels, largest supermarkets, best cinemas and concert halls. There are a lot of beautiful houses and gardens. Only well-to-do people can live there.

Another important district of London is Westminster, where most of Government buildings are situated. Westminster Palace is the seat of the British Parliament. Westminster Palace was founded in 1050. It is located in the center of London. Many great Englishmen were buried in the Abbey: Newton, Darwin and others.
The Towers of the Houses of Parliament stand high above the city. On the highest tower there is the largest clock in the country which is known to the whole world as Big Ben. One can hear Big Ben strike every quarter of an hour. The clock “Big Ben” came into service in 1859. Big Ben is the biggest clock bell in Britain. The official London residence of the Queen is Buckingham Palace. It was built in the 18th century.

There are many nice squares in London. Trafalgar Square is one of them and it is in the center of the West End. One can see a statue of Lord Nelson in the middle of this square. There are many museums, libraries and galleries in London. The Tate Gallery is one of the well-known galleries in London. Henry Tate was a sugar manufacturer. He was fond of paintings and collected many pictures. The British Museum is a very interesting place in London. It was founded in 1753. The library of this museum has lots of books.

The East End of London is the industrial area and the place where the working people live. There are many factories, workshops and docks there. The East End, lying eastwards from the City is very large and crowded. There are many cars and buses in London. There is the Tube (an underground) in London too. The underground, constructed in London, was the first underground in the World.

Text about London. Translation of the topic into Russian

London is the capital of Great Britain or the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is an old city, its history goes back more than two thousand years. London is both the capital of the country and a huge port. London is located on both banks of the River Thames, approximately forty miles from its mouth and is divided by the river into two parts: northern and southern. Seventeen bridges cross the river. London's population exceeds 9 million people.

London's history dates back to Roman times. Due to its favorable geographical position, soon after the Roman conquest, the small town became an important trading center. In fact, London can be divided into several parts: the City, or business center of London, Westminster, the West End and the East End. The City, with its narrow streets and pavements, is the oldest part of London. This part of London is home to many offices, companies and banks. The City of London is the financial center of Great Britain. Only a few thousand people live there, but during the day it is full of people: approximately half a million people come here to work. The largest banks and offices are located in the City. The West End is the center of London. It is full of the richest hotels, the largest supermarkets, the best cinemas and concert halls. There are many beautiful buildings and gardens here. Only wealthy people can live there.

Another important area of ​​London is Westminster, where most government buildings are located. The Palace of Westminster is the seat of the British Parliament. The Palace of Westminster was founded in 1050. It is located in the center of London. Many great Englishmen were buried in this Abbey: Newton, Darwin and others. The towers of the parliament buildings rise above the city. The tallest tower has the largest clock in the country, which is known throughout the world as Big Ben. The chime of the Big Ben clock can be heard every quarter of an hour. The Big Ben clock began its service in 1859. Big Ben is the largest bell clock in England. The Queen's official London residence is at Buckingham Palace. It was built in the 18th century.

London has many beautiful squares. Trafalgar Square is one of them, located in the center of the West End. In the center of this square you can see a statue of Lord Nelson. London has many museums, libraries and galleries. The Tate Gallery is one of the well-known galleries in London. Henry Tate was a sugar manufacturer. He loved paintings very much and collected many paintings. The British Museum is a very interesting place in London. It was founded in 1753. The library of this museum has a large number of books.

The East End of London is an industrial area and a place where workers live. There are many factories, workshops and docks there. The East End is east of the City and is very large and crowded. There are many cars and buses in London. There is a subway in London called the "tube". The Underground, built in London, was the first subway in the world.

Questions (questions for the story about London):

1. Is London a young city?
2. Where is London located?
3. How many bridges cross the river Thames?
4. What was that favorite feature which made London to be an important trade center soon after the Roman conquest?
5. What is the oldest part of London?
6. What is located in the West End?
7. Can poor people afford to live in the West End?
8. Where are most of Government buildings located?
9. Where is the largest clock in the country located?
10. How often does Big Ben strike?
11. When did the clock “Big Ben” come into service?
12. What is the official London residence of the Queen?
13. What square is in the center of the West End situated?
14. When was the British Museum founded?
15. How is the area where most working people live called? » 6. How is London underground called?

Vocabulary (words with translation for the topic “London”):

• to count - to count
• huge - large, gigantic, huge, huge
• bank - bank (of a river)
• mouth - mouth
• due to - thanks; as a result; as a result
• favorable - favorable
• conquest - conquest (the process of conquering peoples, lands, etc.)
• trade - trade
• downtown - business district, business part of the city, business center
• narrow - narrow, cramped
• pavement - pavement, sidewalk
• well-to-do people - successful, wealthy people
• district - district; district; region
• to be buried - to be buried, entombed
• to strike - to strike, beat (about a clock)
• quarter - quarter, fifteen minutes
• eastwards - to the east, in an easterly direction
• crowded - crowded, overpopulated
• the Tube - “pipe” (London Underground)

Text source

1. Timoshchuk V.A. Kubarkov G.L. "New topics in modern English." - Donetsk, 2010. - 416 p.

London is home to many wonderful attractions that are of great importance to the culture and arts of not only Great Britain, but the whole world. Most of them are related to history. These are monuments, squares, majestic buildings. Every language learner should be able to describe the sights of London in English.

Sights of London in English

Big Ben

- one of the landmarks of London, which is considered a symbol of this city. This is not only what many associate with, but also the largest watch in the world.

To describe this landmark of London, you can use the following words:

Delight the eye	Pleasing to the eye
Be named after	Named after
The most famous	The most famous
Amazing	Amazing
Masterpiece	Masterpiece
Impressive clock	Impressive watch
clock tower	Clock tower

How to describe the London landmark Big Ben in English:

Trafalgar Square – a popular place for meetings and demonstrations. The attraction is located in the center of London, at the intersection of three main London streets - Westminster, Whitehall and Mall. Madame Tussaud's London Known for his wax figures, which are made very accurately and with high quality. The attraction is on the list of must-sees for all tourists in London. An example of a story about the London landmark Madame Tussauds in English: Tower of London - a landmark that is closely connected with English history. Here you can listen to interesting excursions and learn a lot about ancient events that took place in the city. Description of London attractions in English: If you are tired of learning English for years? Those who attend even 1 lesson will learn more than in several years! Surprised? No homework. No cramming. No textbooks From the course “ENGLISH BEFORE AUTOMATION” you: Learn to write competent sentences in English without memorizing grammar Learn the secret of a progressive approach, thanks to which you can reduce English learning from 3 years to 15 weeks You will check your answers instantly+ get a thorough analysis of each task Download the dictionary in PDF and MP3 formats, educational tables and audio recordings of all phrases Buckingham Palace is the residence of the royal family in the capital. The inside of the building has a very beautiful interior that attracts many tourists. The palace occupies 20 hectares of land, of which 17 are gardens, which in the past were forest used for hunting by members of the royal family. A story about London landmarks in English: Buckingham Palace is one of the most exciting places in London. Tourists like visiting it very much. The palace is very old. It was built in 1705. Now it is the official residence of the British monarchy. There are more than 600 rooms in this building. Every year near 50 hundreds of people are invited to this residence for parties and banquets. Many tourists come here because they want to see Queen Victoria Memorial. It is very beautiful. Buckingham Palace is one of the most interesting places in London. Tourists love to visit it. The building is very old. It was built in 1705. It is now the official residence of the royal family. There are more than 700 rooms. Every year, about 50 thousand people are invited to parties and banquets held in this house. Many tourists come there because they want to see the Victoria Memorial. This is a very beautiful statue. The British Museum This is one of the largest museums in the world. It houses expensive collections of paintings by artists from all over the world. The attraction includes 94 galleries. Here you can book a thematic excursion and listen to about the history of art. Tower Bridge This is a drawbridge in central London and is often confused with London Bridge. It was opened in 1894. This bridge is a symbol of the capital. There is a gallery on the bridge that offers views of the city. Its length is 244 meters. How to describe a London landmark in English: Near the bridge there are two towers with observation platforms and galleries that are open to tourists. This attraction is considered a must-see for all visitors to the city. London National Gallery This is one of the largest galleries in the UK. In more detail, it presents more than 2 thousand exhibits of Western European painting. The paintings are arranged in chronological order, so visitors can listen to a lecture on art history while viewing examples of paintings. How to describe a London landmark in English: In the gallery you can also buy souvenirs and books about painting or audio lectures. Read also Westminster Abbey The full name of this attraction is "Collegiate Church of St. Peter, Westminster." Since the 11th century, this place has been used for the coronation of monarchs. It is one of the most important religious sites in the country. How to describe a London landmark in English: This place has been a center of education and learning for many centuries. Within the walls of the attraction, the Bible has been translated into English. Royal weddings are also held in this church. Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens This park was created in the 18th century by the English monarch Henry the Eighth. He used the remains of the forest to create a green space near the palace. At that time, there were animals there and members of the royal family often hunted there. Each subsequent monarch improved this place and ennobled it. Now it is the greenest area of ​​London, where people come to get some fresh air, have a picnic or admire the sights. How to describe a London landmark in English: The main attraction of the park is Kensington Palace. It is an elegant and beautifully designed building that attracts many tourists. Piccadilly Circus – the central square of the city. There is rich architecture and many attractions. It was built in 1819 to establish transport links between neighboring streets. How to describe a London landmark in English: Piccadilly Circus is considered an exemplary square of a European capital. There are many modern shops and ancient buildings there. The Royal Academy of Arts, the Cupid Museum of London, the statue of Eros, and the Ritz Hotel are also located there. The Houses of Parliament This landmark symbolizes the country. The parliament was built in the 11th century, at that time it housed the residence of the kings. How to describe this London landmark in English: You can take a tour of the Parliament in summer during parliamentary recesses and on weekends, throughout the year. The rest of the time the building is inaccessible to tourists. River Thames Thames- the river on which London is located. It is a natural symbol of the city. The river flows into the North Sea, its maximum width in the city is 200 meters. An example of a description of an attraction in English: On the banks of the river in the city there is a large port, which is one of the largest in the world. Nelson's Column The attraction is located in the center of Trafalgar Square. This is a tall monument that was built and named in honor of the memory of Admiral Nelson. The column was built over three years - from 1840 to 1843. The monument is very tall: its height is only 51 meters. How to describe a London landmark in English: The attraction has an interesting history of creation. Some of its details are made from original materials, for example, the bronze leaves on the top were cast from English cannons, and the panels on the pedestal were from French ones. Oxford Street Oxford Street – an attraction that attracts tourists. The famous red buses travel here, and residents of the capital and guests walk here. This is the most famous shopping street in the whole world. Its length is 2.5 kilometers and there are about 300 shops offering a variety of good goods. How to describe a London landmark in English: On this famous street, shops constantly have sales, discounts sometimes reach 75%, which is why there are always so many tourists here. Essay “Sights of London in English with translation” An example of an essay on the topic “London Sights” in English: London is a big and beautiful city. Before you go there you need to find information about its sights. Because there are lots of interesting and historical places which every tourist must see. At first, you can visit the London Eye. The magnificent view of London will open from the highest point of this place. It is very inspiring and unforgettable. After that tourists usually walk to Trafalgar Square. The most important place of this part of London is Nelson’s Column. People like meeting here and walking with friends. There is also a beautiful park in London. It is called Hyde Park. There are many flowers and trees. It is very green and nice. After that, it is possible to visit Buckingham Palace. It is a wonderful building! There are more than 600 rooms. It is a great possibility for tourists because they can watch where and how the royal family live. Tourists also can order the excursion with a guide. There is also an interesting place for shopping. It is in Oxford Street. There are many shops with sales. Another interesting place which you need to visit is the river, Thames. Tourist can rent a boat and walk through the river watching a delightful view. London is a very interesting and cultural city! After visiting all these places you will never forget this trip! London is a beautiful and big city. Before you go there, you need to find information about its attractions. Because there are many interesting and historical places that everyone should see. First you need to see the Ferris wheel. The view of London is incredible from the highest point of this place. It's very inspiring and unforgettable. After this, tourists usually go to Trafalgar Square. The most important part of this London landmark is Nelson's Column. People love to walk there and meet friends. There is a very beautiful park in London. It's called Hyde Park. There are many flowers and trees there, it is very beautiful and green. After this, you can visit Buckingham Castle. This is an amazing building! There are more than 600 rooms there. This is a great opportunity for tourists because they can see where and how the royal family lives. You can also book a guided tour there. London has plenty of shopping options. This is Oxford Street. There are many stores there that often have sales. Another interesting place to see is the River Thames. Tourists can rent a boat and stroll along the river, enjoying the beautiful views. London is a very interesting and cultural city. After visiting all these places, it is impossible to forget about this trip! Conclusion London is the dream of many tourists, the city where films are shot and where Harry Potter lived. The article included a brief sightseeing tour of London, which will help make a presentation or report for an English lesson. You can also view the surroundings and unusual sights of London online on your computer, it’s absolutely free. If you are going on a tourist trip to London, then do not forget to take a map so that you know the main routes and how to get to the point you need.