Bucket List: London

One of the world's most important cities has been in existence for over two millennia.  Settlements in the same area are known to have existed for much longer, but London as it's now known was founded by the Romans in the first century AD.  For several centuries it served as the capital of Britain until the fall of the Roman Empire when it was effectively abandoned.

However Anglo-Saxon and Viking tribes then moved into the area, and London steadily grew in population and significance as a major port and commercial center.  By the 11th century it became the largest town in England and has remained so ever since.

The city boasts some of the most famous examples of architecture in the world, including Westminster Abbey which is now a World Heritage Site, and Buckingham Palace.  It's been called (among many things) the most influential, most innovative, and most visited city in the world - it hosts over 20 million tourists annually.

Official web site www.visitlondon.com