Facts about London

London is the biggest city in Britain and in Europe.

London occupies over 620 square miles

London has a population of 7,172,036 (2001)

About 12 per cent of Britain’s overall population live in London

London has the highest population density in Britain, with 4,699 people per square kilometre,

London is in the southeast of England.

London is the seat of central government in Britain.

The tallest building in London is the Canary Wharf Tower.

London was the first city in the world to have an underground railway, known as the 'Tube'.

Some of the most important people from countries all over the world visit the Queen at Buckingham Palace.

There are over 100 theatres in London, including 50 in the West End. London theatre accounts for 45% of all UK theatre admissions and over 70% of box-office revenues. Source: GLA Economics