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London (pronounced
/'l^ndən/) is the capital city of England
and the United Kingdom.
An important settlement for around
two millennia, London is today one of the world's most important business and financial
centres,[1]
and its influence in politics, education,
entertainment, media,
fashion and the arts all contribute to its status as a global city.
London is the most populous city in the European
Union with a population of 7.7 million and a metropolitan area population of between 12 and
15 million. Its population is very
cosmopolitan, drawing from a wide range of peoples, cultures and religions,
speaking over 300 different languages. London is an international transport hub, with five international airports and a large port. It serves as the largest aviation hub in
the world, [2]
and its main airport, the multi terminal
Heathrow, carries more international passengers than any other airport in
the world. [3]
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