London

Perhaps the definition of "capital of the world" is a bit 'too much, but it certainly is one that comes closest to the spirit and the reality of London: the center and heart of a colonial empire that ranged over the planet, almost without boundaries. An empire that has contributed to making the capital one of the most beautiful and fascinating world. 
Founded by the Romans around 50 BC, at a probable ford of the Thames, the ancient Londinium coated, immediately, an important commercial and strategic role for the links with the continent. Role confirmed and reinforced during the centuries, to which was added soon, the level of political capital. Then, with the colonial conquests, London became the capital of an immense empire, which covered the five continents, becoming, in many ways, the capital of the world. And even if that empire is no longer exists, it is no coincidence that the English language has become a sort of "universal language, spoken and understood throughout the world. 
Once in London, one must first of all get used to something for nothing secondary: the cars traveling on the left! Already this reason alone, not advisable to use the car, unless you have planned a stay of months or the time to "get used" to a different sense of driving. Moreover, the network of public transport in London is no regret cars, beginning with the subway: 13 lines, over 400 kilometers of development, 274 stations, which lead, we can say, in every corner of this vast metropolis, the over seven million inhabitants. Among other things, this was the first subway in the world, opened in 1863 away. On the surface, however, can not take it at least once, the famous red buses with two floors, and perhaps let lazily move around the city - there are over 17 thousand stops - without a precise destination, to capture views and corners, known and unknown. 
As with other major European capitals, even in London there will be facing a dilemma: "What should I absolutely see?" Hard to answer, but certainly you can start from one of the symbols of the city: the famous bell tower of Big Ben and the magnificent palace Westminster, the political heart of the United Kingdom. Likewise, do not miss the symbol of the monarchy: Buckingham Palace, which is the official residence of the royal family, with the choreographic "changing of the guard", punctual every day at 12. Among other things, the summer palace can be visited inside, in the absence of the Queen and court. Let these two buildings, symbols of political power, we recommend a visit to the symbol of military power: Trafalgar Square, the great square dedicated to the victory of Admiral Nelson, now the scene of major political events and recreational activities in the city. 
Continuing our visit, here's Hide Park, the large park which is the "green lungs" of London, not far from one of the symbols of London shopping: the famous Harrod's department stores. Still, a shift, to one of the most famous bridges in the world: the "Tower Bridge", with its unmistakable towers, within which to find the "Tower Bridge Museum, which tells the story. Among other things, until 1750, this was the only bridge in the city! Few hundred meters, and here we are on the legendary Tower of London "means a building massive fortifications, from ancient origins, the center of ominous and disturbing events, often based on executions of enemies of the Kingdom, but which also retains the" Treasury Corona. " Finally, we recommend a short trip to visit a town only apparently anonymous: Greenwich, and in particular the "Greenwich Park, where you can override with a single step, the" Meridian ", the reference meridian worldwide. From the cultural point of view, among the countless possibilities, remember the "British Museum", where I kept some of the treasures of Humanity: The Stele of Rosetta, the original copies of the Gutenberg Bible and the Magna Charta, and much more . 
London reserves all'amante also many opportunities for nightlife, with a range of local, truly for everyone. The cuisine is offered to tourists in an infinite variety of offerings for the presence of numerous foreign communities, each of which offers its own specialties. As far as the typical English cuisine, include abundant - to put it mildly - colazioni from English, followed by a much lighter meal. irrinunciabile, of course, the ritual of afternoon tea, dinner to get to the rich and substantial.