Is the city the oldest part of London?


Is the city the oldest part of London? The area known as 'The City' describes London's oldest district, home to many of the landmarks and institutions which have helped define England's capital over the centuries.


What is the oldest city in the UK?

Colchester: Oldest Recorded Settlement in England Colchester in Essex, England, considers itself the oldest recorded settlement in England. It also served as England's first capital. There may have been a settlement sometime between 400 and 500 BCE, and the first century CE played host to the Romans.