At the heart of the sprawling metropolis that is Greater London is the City of London, a section of London about a square mile in size. While settlements existed here since before recorded time, it was the Romans who established the first permanent community. Today, its centralized status means many of London’s most important landmarks and historical centers can be found … [Read more...] about Top Ten London: Top 10 Things to See and Do in the City of London
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Video: A History of Smithfield – A Look at the Future Home of the Museum of London
There are big changes coming to a small area of the City of London (the original square mile bit of London). The Museum of London is going to be moving to the derelict Smithfield Market (and regenerating a very downtrodden area in the process). As part of their plan to move - the Museum of London have produced three films on the history of Smithfield that details the long … [Read more...] about Video: A History of Smithfield – A Look at the Future Home of the Museum of London
Celebrate the City of London This June
Over the course of four very special days this summer (21 – 24 June), thousands of people will be given the keys to the City of London, as the Square Mile opens its doors to reveal many of its secrets and treasures. Celebrate the City: four days in the Square Mile is your chance to enjoy the freedom of the City of London - and a unique opportunity to find out why the Square … [Read more...] about Celebrate the City of London This June
A month of music and more in the City at the City of London Festival in June
The City of London Festival this summer celebrates its 50th anniversary with the theme City of London – Trading Places with the World and performances from internationally acclaimed stars in historical locations in the Square Mile. During the five-week festival (24 June–27 July) visitors will be able to attend world première performances of music and dance including works by … [Read more...] about A month of music and more in the City at the City of London Festival in June
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