Story of London. From Roman River to Capital City

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Оver the last 2,000 years, London as been fought over, knocked down, re-built, burned and bombed. Its turbulent past makes it one of the most exciting cities in the world. This is ine story of now London grew from a small, shabby port on the banks of the River Thames into a huge, bustling city. Discover the facts behind many of London's most famous sights: How many kings and queens have been crowned at Westminster Abbey? When does the flag fly at the Houses of Parliament? Why are London buses red?