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London, the capital of the United Kingdom, has a recorded history that goes back over 2,000 years. During this time, it has grown to become one of the most significant financial and cultural capitals of the world. It has experienced plague, devastating fire, civil war, aerial bombardment and terrorist attacks. See City of London for details on the historic core of London. The etymology of London is uncertain. There have been many theories advanced over the centuries for the origin of the name most can be dismissed as fanciful on linguistic or historical grounds, while a few have some measure of academic plausibility. None have any direct evidence. According to the legendary Historia Regum Britanniae, of Geoffrey of Monmouth, London was founded by Brutus of Troy after he defeated the incumbent giants Gog and Magog and was known as Caer Troia, Troia Nova (Latin for New Troy), which, according to a pseudo-etymology, was corrupted to Trinovantum. Trinovantes were the Iron Age tribe who inhabited the area prior to the Romans. Geoffrey provides prehistoric London with a rich array of legendary kings, such as King Lud ( see also Lludd, from Welsh Mythology ) who, he claims, renamed the town CaerLudein, from which London was derived, and was buried at Ludgate. However, despite intensive excavations, archaeologists have found no evidence of a prehistoric major settlement in the area. There have been scattered prehistoric finds, evidence of farming, burial and traces of habitation, but nothing more substantial. It is now considered unlikely that a pre-Roman city existed, but as some of the Roman city remains unexcavated, it is still just possible that some settlement may have yet to be discovered.
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1. New Lake Havasu RV Resort Located in Arizona
November 05, 2009
Lake Havasu has been a vacation destination for decades, and with just cause. The area boasts some of the greatest natural beauty in the Southwest and definitely some of the greatest fishing. Take along the entire family; you are all sure to find something enjoyable at a Lake Havasu RV resort.
For a quick history lesson, cart the kids over to the original London Bridge. Famous American industrialist Robert Paxton McCulloch bought the bridge from the city of London in the late 1960’s and brought it over to Lake Havasu, piece by piece. Seeing a bridge that once spanned the River Tham... (read more)
Author: Cory Howell
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2. Tips For Budget Hotel Reservation In London
October 27, 2009
London is certainly one of the most charming cities in the world and being so; it is one of the most visited cities as well. Thousands of people visit London to have an experience of the lifetime. No wonder therefore that the city enjoys a 15 billion pound of tourism market annually. The greatest thing with London is that it has a fine blend of history and modernity and there is hardly a person who will not love London for that.
So, if you have planned a trip to London, it is important that you make the most of it. Well, for that, there are certain things that you have to keep in mind. ... (read more)
Author: Kaleo Johnson
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3. Tips To Do London Hotel Reservation
October 27, 2009
If you are thinking of having a tour, London is the perfect destination for you. Well, there are hundreds of reasons why you should be in London. After all, this is the city that has witnessed some of the most significant events in the history of human civilization. This is the city that has given shelter to some of the world’s greatest poets and artists. At the same time, the city has always kept its pace with time and remained as world’s one of the most advanced and cosmopolitan cities.
To add some more spices, there are hundreds of different places to see in London. This includes the ... (read more)
Author: Kaleo Johnson
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4. The contemporary history of eye frames
October 22, 2009
The history of eye frames is a part of the history of spectacles. Before the modern shape of eye frames occurred, several centuries had been gone through since the invention of the glass lenses. It was until 1928, a London optician Edward Scarlett developed the temples to the eye frame, from then a new era was opened for the contemporary eye frames industry.
Before Edward, the most recent way of holding the two lenses in eye frame was to tie the eye frame around the head using ribbon or metal string. These ancient eye frame on the nose were heavy therefore usually causing pinching. In ord... (read more)
Author: William Jafferson Clinton
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5. Get Hot Deals on Best Hotels London
October 22, 2009
London is the largest city in the European Union. The capital of the United Kingdom, London has a rich history dating back to many centuries ago since its foundation by the Romans. Today, London is one of the most visited and sought after cities in the world. Visitors can marvel at London’s historical sites, monuments, stunning castles, beautiful parks and gardens, amazing aquariums, galleries, museums and local sights and attractions.
In order to offer friendly hospitality, London offers best hotels London. Discerning business or leisure travelers to London can be assured of comfortab... (read more)
Author: Ashish Kumar
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6. Best London Hotel Deals - Inexpensive London Hotels
October 08, 2009
London is one city that remains flooded with tourist any time of the year. Famous for its historical sight, London is one of the favorite tourist destinations of the world. The historical city attracts history enthusiasts and visitors will be delighted to know that London offers hotels quite similar to houses in Dickens stories.
If you are planning holiday or vacation in London, there are several inexpensive London hotels. Situated in all the London Districts, these inexpensive London hotels offer reasonable bed and breakfast. You can choose your inexpensive London hotels according to yo... (read more)
Author: Ashish Kumar
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7. Escorts in London: To taste
October 02, 2009
Escorts in London reside in the small city nestled in Greater Manchester in the kingdom of England. This metropolis has undoubtedly always carved a niche in the world history scene together with the matters of world affairs. The medieval spirit of this city and the massively spectacular buildings lining up the skyline grace the very essence of the city life.
With all this snippets of an entire London city life, the London escorts are, so to say, the beauty of the city. They massively adorn the streets of this city with their world class beauty that has both a splendid show of supple boob... (read more)
Author: faisal farrukh
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