Poets have sung its praises through the ages. Writers wax lyrical about its histories and mysteries. Artists draw, paint, and photograph its timeless beauty. Rome, Paris, Madrid, New York - each holds its own special place in the world. But none of these can come close, in both historical significance and modern magnificence, to London.London. A city where in the space of a few blocks, visitors can see the juxtaposition of the ancient walled Roman city of Londinium, the medieval Tower of London, the Victorian Tower Bridge, and the modern shops along Commercial Road. London is simultaneously exciting and intimidating, and the typical tourist rarely visits more than just the usual well-known sites. Nearly everyone comes to see the Tower,
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