The capital of the United Kingdom has grown from a sleepy riverside village to, at one point, the most important city in the world, to its place today as a culturally diverse hub of business, government, and tourism. Inside, see how London blends the magic and mystery of the old with its high-tech present and future. The sounds of Big Ben will guide you as you visit this important city. MAJOR WORLD CITIES travels the globe to bring readers the up-close story – from yesterday to today – of the people, sights, sounds, and achievements of key urban centers. From these crowded and exciting streets will come the headlines of tomorrowthis series is the ultimate city travel guide!