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Londinium, of course.
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The original meaning of the name ‘London’ is not certain, but historians believe it is derived from the pre-Celtic Old European (p)lowonida, meaning 'river too wide to ford', and that it was the name given to that part of the River Thames which flows through London. London is one of the world’s truly great cities. Home to nearly eight million people, it is at the forefront of all human endeavour, from politics, business and science to technology, architecture and the arts. It is the most visited city in the world, attracting over fifteen million tourists every year, who come to see famed landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, the London Eye, Beefeaters, black cabs and red telephone boxes. London’s rich history spans more than two millennia, its strategic position on the Thames ensuring its importance long before the Roman settlement of 47AD, and is set to play a leading role in world affairs.
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Poor others! 
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