Why is London built the way it is?
Why is London built the way it is? London, like Rome, was founded on the point of the river where it was narrow enough to bridge and the strategic location of the city provided easy access to much of Europe. Early Roman London occupied a relatively small area, roughly equivalent to the size of Hyde Park.
Is London the best city in Europe?
London, the glorious English capital, has been recognised for its foodie scene, infrastructure, and all-round awesomeness (we may be biased here). According to the firm Resonance Consultancy, who publish the world's best cities, London beats other European cities to take the top spot.