London is a truly cosmopolitan city full of different cultures exemplified by the 300 different languages that are spoken within its boundaries. Depending on where you draw the boundaries of London the population stands at anywhere between 7.5m and 8.5m. There is so much to see and do in London it is important to plan your trip and think ahead as to what sights you would like to see. Travelling around London is not difficult with excellent public transport throughout. With the Olympics coming to the city in 2012 many improvements and additions are being made to ensure that visitors will have easy access to all the competing events. Heathrow Airport, which lies to the west of London, is the busiest airport in the World when judged by international passenger numbers. There is a fast rail link, Heathrow Express, which links the airport with London terminating at Paddington Station – the trip takes roughly 15minutes non-stop.
Once you are in London there is a choice of tube, bus, taxi or good old-fashioned walking to get around the many attractions. If you do elect to use the tube then look out for the Oyster Cards which you can purchase at many outlets. These cards offer the cheapest way of getting around on the tube – of course a tube map is essential.
London is well equipped with open spaces and there are many public parks where you can sit and relax and enjoy a picnic. The most famous park is probably Hyde Park with its Serpentine Lake but there is also St. James Park with its Pelicans and Regents Park which is home to a Zoo. During the summer season Hyde Park hosts a number of big concerts which are hugely popular. Names such as The Police, Queen, and Rolling Stones have played here and recently the Nelson Mandela concert took place here celebrating his birthday and raising money for charity.
For more information and things to do in London, go to www.myUKbreak.com
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