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London is the capital of United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland. England, the largest member of the Kingdom, has an area of 88,619 sq. miles and a population of 58 million. London is by far Europe's biggest city, spreading over an area of more than 620 square miles with a population of just under eight million. Climate: Temperate with cool but rainy winters and pleasant summers. Airport transfers: 45 minutes from Heathrow Int'l to Center City (18 miles), one hour from Gatwich Int'l (28 miles) (medium traffic) Flight times from: New York 6.5 hours (SST 3 hours), Chicago 7.5 hours, San Francisco 10 hours, Paris 1 hour, Rome 2.5 hours. VISITOR INFORMATION Most of London's attractions are north of the River Thames. However London is so diverse that no single area should be the focus for any visitor. London is an agglomeration of interesting neighborhoods and districts that are often miles apart therefore one must master London's public transport system, particularly the Tube or subway to enjoy mos