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About Greater London
Greater London is the top-level administrative subdivision covering London, England. The administrative area was created in 1965 and covers the City of London and 32 London boroughs. Its area also forms the London region of England and the London European Parliament constituency.
It covers 1579 km² (609 square miles) and had a 2005 mid-year estimated population of 7,517,700. It is bounded by the Home Counties of Essex and Hertfordshire in the East of England region and Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Surrey and Kent in South East England. The highest point is Westerham Heights, in the North Downs and on the boundary with Kent, at 245 metres.
Greater London is not a "City" as it does not have official city status; in any case one London borough, Westminster, is officially a city, as well as the City of London itself which would make such a status anomalous. A Lord Lieutenant of Greater London is appointed for its area, less the City of London; an area identical to the Metropolitan Police District; and for the purposes of the Lieutenancies Act 1997 this area is defined as a county.
The term "London" is normally used in reference to Greater London or to the overall conurbation, but not to the ancient, tiny City of London in east central London. Instead, this small area is often referred to simply as "the City" or "the Square Mile" and it forms the main financial district. Archaically the urbanised area of London was known as the Metropolis. In common usage, the terms 'London' and 'Greater London' are usually used interchangeably.
It is officially divided for some purposes, with varying definitions, into Inner London and Outer London. For strategic planning purposes the region is divided into five sub regions.
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Today's featured websites for Greater London
Here is our pick of local websites for Greater London. All the available websites are in handy categories, so explore the list on the left-hand side to find exactly what you need.
Trasport for London
This excellent web site provides all the information you will need to travel in most parts of London and Greater London. The site also includes a useful journey planner feature and traffic/delay reports.
www.tfl.gov.uk -
Filed in Transport & Travel
London Eye
At 135 metres above London, the London Eye is the world's tallest observation wheel, with 40km panoramic views on a clear day.
www.londoneye.com -
Filed in Attractions
London Underground History
London underground history, ghost,stations, Deep Level, Cut and cover...
www.underground-history.co.uk -
1 more in History & Heritage
Visit London
London's official website is a superb, expansive guide to the attractions in the city. With useul information on travel, tube stations and airports, online hotel and theatre booking, and a diary of forthcoming, unmissable events.
www.visitlondon.com -
5 more in Tourism & Guides
London Councils
Committed to fighting for more resources for London and getting the best possible deal for London's 33 councils. We develop policy, lobby government and others, and run a range of services designed to make life better for Londoners.
www.londoncouncils.gov.uk -
4 more in Council & Government Authorities
BBC - Radio 1
World leading DJs play the latest new music from Dance, R&B, Indie, Rock, UK Garage, Drum & Bass and Hip Hop. There's also the biggest names in entertainment radio from Chris Moyles to Vernon Kay. Hear exclusive live tracks, major celebrity interviews and win unique prizes. Also download shows as podcasts.
www.bbc.co.uk -
15 more in TV, Radio, Magazines & Newspapers
