London Fun Facts

Some interesting facts that I have learned since I have been here... just thought some might be interested

- The police officers in London are not armed... thus the crime rate is very, very low. If a crime is committed, it's for things like stealing an IPOD or something minor like that.
- The reason people drive on the opposite side of the road is because back in the day, when soldiers were on their horses, it was easier for them to be on the the left side of the road so they could strike the enemy with the sword in their right hand, since most people were right handed back then (unlike me). Being on the left has stuck ever since.
- The Thames river, is the oldest place name in Britain, and the river is a combination of 4 other rivers
- The London underground, known as "the tube" is the first metro in the world.
- Windsor Castle of London is the oldest and largest castle in the world, and still in use today.
- There are over 100 theaters in London
- London is made up of two ancient cities which are now joined together, the city of London, known as "the City" which is the business and financial heart of the United Kingdom; and the city of Westminster, where Parliament and most of the government offices are located. Also, Buckingham Palace is located here. Together the are known as Greater London.
- The name of streets are on the buildings in London so there are no such thing as street signs. You have to look at the buildings on your sides to see where you are going... very confusing.

If I learn anything more I will for sure add some more! Cheerio