London.

London London is the capital of Great Britain, its political, economic and commercial centre. It’s the main port of Great Britain. It is one of the greatest cities of the world. Its population is about 9 million people. The city was founded by Romans in the 1st century AD and it was called Londinium. The English are very proud of the long history of their capital. The city became very rich in the 16th century. Then in 1665 and 1666 two catastrophes occurred: epidemic of plague which killed 100,000 citizens, and the Great Fire which destroyed the City. London is a real museum of architecture. Traditionally London is divided into: the City, the West End, Westminster and the East End. The City is the heart of London, its financial and business centre. Few people live in this part of London but over a million come here to work. There are a lot of famous ancient buildings in the City, for example St.Paul’s Cathedral. Westminster is one of the most famous historic areas in London as it contains both the seat of Government (the Houses of Parliament) and the crowning place of kings and queens (Westminster Abbey). The West End is the centre of London. There are historical palaces, museums, beautiful parks, large department stores, hotels, restaurants, theatres and concert halls in this part of London. One of the most beautiful palaces is Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the Queen. The oldest of all the royal residences in London is the Tower of London. The broad Mall leads from Buckingham Palace to Trafalgar Square. If you go to the east of the City, you’ll find yourself in the East End. This is an industrial part of London. The Port of London is also in the East End. Tasks 1. Translate into English Коммерческий центр, главный порт, был основан, стал очень богатым, эпидемия чумы, разделен, сердце Лондона, мало людей, старинные здания, содержит, официальная резиденция королевы. 2. Your friend, who has never been to London, wants to learn more about it. Answer his/her questions. 1. What is the population of London? 2. Who founded London? 3. What was the first name of London? 4. What catastrophes occurred in the 17th century? 5. What parts is London divided into? 6. Where is St.Paul’s Cathedral situated? 7. What is the official residence of the Queen? 8. What sights of interest is London famous for? 9. What is the oldest royal residence in London? 3. Finish the sentence… 1. London is the main port of … 2. It was founded by … 3. The Great Fire destroyed … 4. London is divided into … 5. There are a lot of … in the City. 4. Ask questions to the given answers. 1. 9 million people 2. Londinium 3. in the 16th century 4. the seat of Government 5. Buckingham Palace 5. Speak about London