London Facts
What to See and Do in London
London, the capital of England, is a very old and popular city. Today, more than 8 million people live here, and more than 30 million tourists from all over the world come to visit London every year. The many castles and old buildings, such as Buckingham Palace, Tower of London and Westminster Palace, all show that this city has a long history. Visiting these amazing buildings gives you the possibility to get to know fun and exciting stories about London.
Today, the old buildings are mixed with modern ones. One of the most famous modern attractions is probably the London Eye. This big Ferris wheel takes you all the way to the top, where you can enjoy a view of London that you will never forget.
If you are into music, art, restaurants, or shopping, London is definitely the place to be. In London, you will also find lots of parks. Besides Londoners and tourists who come here to relax, you will find little furry fellows jumping around. Do you know what they are called? Squirrels, of course. In fact, there are more than two million squirrels in London's parks.
What would you like to see and do if you visited London?
1. Read the text about what to see and do in London. Take turns reading, and help each other understand the text.
2. Click on the map and read about the sights.
Work in Class
3. Talk about the text in class. Talk about the following questions:
- What is the text about?
- Which words are difficult?
- Which words are the keywords in the text?
4. Use the method below to sum up as many facts about London attractions as you can: