Transcript Автор: учитель английского языка МОУ «Баженовская СОШ» А. Н. Намятова     London is the capital of Great Britain. London is more than two thousand years old. It’s.

Автор: учитель английского
языка МОУ «Баженовская
СОШ» А. Н. Намятова
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London is the capital of Great
Britain.
London is more than two
thousand years old.
It’s one of the largest cities in the
world.
London is without any doubt one
of the most fascinating cities in
the world.
The Tower of London.
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The Tower of London was
founded by Romans.
It was used as a fortress, a
royal palace and a prison.
Now it’s a museum.
There are a lot of interesting
collections in The Tower of
London.
The Beefeaters used to guard
the Tower. Now they work as
guides. They show people
around and tell stories about
the Tower.
Tower Bridge.
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Tower Bridge is a bridge
over the river Thames.
It was built in 1968.
Tower Bridge is a marvel of
engineering skill.
Trafalgar Square.
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Trafalgar
Square
is
the
geographical centre of London.
It was named in memory of Admiral
Nelson’s victory in the battle of
Trafalgar in 1805.
The tall Nelson’s Column stands in
the middle of the square.
Westminster Abbey.
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Westminster Abbey is the ancient
church. The oldest part of the
building dates back to the 8th
century.
British kings, queens and other
famous people buried here.
British monarchs are crowned in
Westminster Abbey.
Buckingham Palace.
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Buckingham Palace is the
official residence of the British
queen.
It was built for the Duke of
Buckingham in the early 18th
century.
When the flag is flying on the
top queen is at home.
The Houses of Parliament.
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The Houses of Parliament is the
group of buildings where the British
Parliament sit.
The Clock Tower of The Houses of
Parliament is famous for its big
hour bell, known as “Big Ben”.
St Paul’s Cathedral.
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St Paul Cathedral is the main
cathedral in London.
It was designed by Christopher
Wren in the 17th century.
Museums.
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British Museum is the biggest
museum in London.
It was founded in 1753.
It has one of the world’s best
collections
of
art
and
archaeological treasures.
National Gallery was founded
in1824.
It has a fine collection of
European paintings.
Double-deskers.
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Double-deskers are a common
sight in London.
London has more than 3000
double-deskers.
Double-deskers are used for
tourists who are sightseeing.