Introduction to English Prose in London (readable in about one minute)

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London, England. A capital full of art and history. An important political center. A huge financial market.

Britain, London, an artistic and historical capital, an important political center and a huge financial market.

No matter what you think of London, visiting as a tourist is very different from living there. Every part of London has its own characteristics. Some places are richer than others, or more industrialized, or have better housing.

No matter what London looks like in your eyes, visiting as a tourist is very different from living here. Every place in London has its own advantages. Some places are rich, some are industrialized, and some are more suitable for living.

Let's start with the center of "Square Mile". This is the oldest part of London. In the past, all financial business was conducted here. Not many people live here, but 300 thousand people work here every day.

Let's start with the financial plaza. This is the oldest place in London. In the past, all financial transactions were conducted here. Not many people live here, but 300 thousand people work here every day.

To the west, we came to West End of London. This busy shopping and entertainment area is full of things to do. Take a walk along Oxford Street, and pass large department stores such as Searle Foric Department Store and Harrods Department Store. The rent here is very high. A one-bedroom apartment may cost about 1000 pounds (14845 RMB) a week.

Continuing westward, we came to West End of London. This is an increasingly busy shopping and entertainment area. Go along Oxford Street, and you will pass six big department stores, among which Sefudge Store and Harold Store. The rent of the house here is particularly expensive. The rent for a one-bedroom apartment may be about 1 ,000 pounds per week (equivalent to RMB 14845 yuan).

Farther away is west London. There are many houses in this area, which is very fashionable. Visit Kensington Palace, the home of Diana, Princess of Wales. Notting Hill, which is famous for movies starring hugh grant and Julia Roberts, is here.

Farther away is west London. Most of them are fashionable residential areas. You can visit Kensington Palace, the residence of Diana, Princess of Wales. Notting Hill, famous for the film Notting Hill starring Julia Roberts and hugh grant, is here.

There is London Harbor in the East End of London, where many immigrants arrived first in history. Waves of French, Belgians, Jews, Pakistanis and Bangladeshis have lived here. This makes the area very diverse, but it is also quite poor. It is famous for its danger. Since London won the right to host the 20 12 Olympic Games, many Londoners hope that the housing, education and employment situation of many people in this area can be improved.

There is London Harbor in East London. Historically, this was the place where immigrants first arrived. At that time, French, Belgians, Jews, Pakistanis and Bangladeshis flocked to live here. These immigrants have brought rich and colorful culture to this area, and at the same time, they have made this area poorer. This area has a bad reputation and is considered a dangerous place. With London's successful bid to host the 20 12 Olympic Games, many Londoners hope that housing, education and job opportunities in this area can be improved.

It is difficult to generalize about London. The city is made up of "a group of villages", and each area has its own characteristics and communities.

It is difficult to describe London comprehensively. This city is a "rural distribution center", and each place has its own characteristics and its own community.

Put them together and you have London, an international capital.

All these make up London, an international metropolis.

[second place]

London (pronunciation/? l？ nd？ N/) is the capital of England and England. It has been an influential city for two thousand years, and its history can be traced back to when the Romans established it, when it was named London. [6] The "square mile", the core of London, retains its medieval boundaries. However, at least since the 19th century, the name "London" also refers to the whole metropolis that has developed around it. [7] Today, most of this metropolis is divided into London District and Greater London Administrative Region, with its own elected mayor and parliament. [ 10]

London is a global city [1 1][ 12] and one of the largest financial centers in the world. Central London is the headquarters of more than half of the UK 100 listed companies (FTSE 100) and more than 100 of the 500 largest companies in Europe. Generally speaking, London's influence in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion, art and culture contributes to its global status. It is the main tourist destination for domestic and foreign tourists. London hosted the 1908 and 1948 Summer Olympic Games, and will host the 20 12 Summer Olympic Games. [ 17]

There are four world heritage sites in London: the Tower of London; Historic settlements in Greenwich; Royal Botanical Garden, Kew Garden; The site includes Westminster Palace, Westminster Abbey and St Margaret's Abbey. [ 18]

There are various nationalities, cultures and religions in London, and there are more than 300 languages in the territory. [19] In July 2007, the official population of Greater London was 7,556,900, [20] making it the most populous municipality in the European Union. [2 1] The population of Greater London (the second largest in the EU) is 8,278,251. [2] The total population of metropolitan areas (the largest in the EU) is estimated to be between120,000 [3] and140,000. [4] The public transport network managed by transport for london is the most extensive in the world. [22] According to the number of international passengers, London Heathrow Airport is the busiest airport in the world. [23] Its airspace is the busiest city center in the world. [24]

Translation: London (pronunciation /l? nd？ N/) is the capital of England and England. It has been an influential city for two thousand years, and its history can be traced back to the foundation of the Romans, and it was named Rendini Umm. [6] The center of London is an ancient city with a square mile, which still retains its medieval features. However, at least since the19th century, "London" has also mentioned the development of the whole metropolis around it. [7] Today, most areas of this gathering city form the administrative districts of London and Greater London, with their own elected mayors and councils. [ 10]

London is an international city [1 1] [12] and one of the largest financial centers in the world. [13] [14] [15] [16] There are more than 100 listed companies in Britain (Financial Times 100) and 100 in Europe. London's influence in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion, art and culture is generally beneficial to its international status. This is the main tourist destination for domestic and foreign tourists. London has hosted the Summer Olympic Games of 1908 and 1948, and will host the Summer Olympic Games of 20 12. [ 17]

There are four world heritage sites in London: Greenwich historic settlement in the Tower of London; Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew Gardens, and sites composed of Westminster, Westminster Abbey and St. Margaret's Cathedral Palace. [ 18]

Ethnic groups in London, many cultures and religions, and more than 300 languages are spoken in this area. [19] In July 2007, the official population of its Greater London border was 7,556,900, [20] making it the most populous municipality in the European Union. [2 1] The Greater London Metropolitan Area (the second largest in the European Union) has 827,8251person. [2], and the estimated age of the total population of the capital region (the largest in the European Union) is between $6,543.8+200,000 [3] and $6,543.8+400,000. [4] London's public transport network, together with traffic management, is the most extensive in the world. In terms of the number of passengers and airspace, London Heathrow Airport is the busiest international airport in the world and the busiest airport in any city center in the world. [24]

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Paris is a romantic city. The most famous leaning tower in Paris. Parisians seldom speak English, but most foreigners who go to Paris also speak French. Paris has very beautiful scenery.

Paris is a romantic city. The most famous in Paris is the Leaning Tower of Paris. Parisians seldom speak English, and most foreigners speak French when they go to Paris. Paris has beautiful scenery.

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Paris, the capital of France, is located on both banks of the Seine River in northern France, 0/45 km (90 miles) from the mouth of the English Channel. A total of 2135,300 people (in 2002) live in the urban area of Paris, and nearly 1 1 10,000 people (1999) live in Greater Paris (ile-de-france), which is one of the largest metropolitan areas in Europe. Paris is an important city in the world, and also the center of commerce, history, knowledge, diplomacy, religion, education, art and tourism in France. Its prosperity is largely attributed to its favorable position on the Seine River, which has been a major commercial artery since Roman times.

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Location: On the Thames in southeast England

Language: English

Currency: GBP (? ), consisting of100p (penny)

Remarks:? 5, ? 10, ? 20 (rarely used:? 1, ? 50, ? 100)

Coins: 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p,? 1, ? 2 (rarely used:? 5)

Should you tip? In English restaurants, a "casual" service charge is sometimes attached to the bill. Without extra charge, a tip of 10%- 15% is expected unless the service is particularly poor. The bartender in the bar doesn't expect tips, but he is happy to receive them. Some tour guides hope to get a tip, although it is not necessary. Taxi drivers can generally get a tip of about 10%; Many people just round the fare to the nearest whole number? .

Airports: There are five airports in Greater London.

London Heathrow Airport is located 15 miles (24 kilometers) west of central London, and it is one of the busiest airports in the world.

London Gatwick Airport is located 28 miles (46 kilometers) south of London and 24.8 miles (40 kilometers) north of Brighton. It is the airport with the most routes in Europe.

London stansted airport, a single runway airport, is located 30 miles (48 kilometers) northeast of London. It is the center of low-cost and commuter airlines in England.

London Luton Airport is located about 35 miles (56 kilometers) north of London.

London City Airport is located in Newham, East London, mainly serving London's financial district.

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London was founded by the Romans in 1 century, and is called London. It experienced a series of conquests, and in 1066, the Normans chose Westminster as their government center. London has become one of the largest cities in Europe. Even after the Black Death in14th century, the plague in17th century, the London fire and the bomb attack in Germany during World War II, it is still one of the most influential cities in the world.

Today, London, with a population of more than 7 million, is the capital of England and Britain, the center of commerce, finance, politics, culture, art and fashion, and a busy port city. Greater London spans the banks of the Thames and consists of 32 districts around the city of London-a square mile area, including the old city of London and the commercial center of London today. London is an immigrant area, and about 30% of the population was born abroad.

Be sure to visit the parks in the city, including Hyde Park, St James Park, Kensington Garden and Green Park. [big collection ~]