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London grew rapidly in the 19th century, becoming the world's largest city at the time. Since the 19th century [9] the name "London" has referred to the metropolis around the City of London, historically split among the counties of Middlesex, Essex, Surrey, Kent and Hertfordshire. [10]

Find out what's on in London with Time Out. Your guide to the best food & drink, events, activities and attractions in London.

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The latest London news, plus explore what's new in culture, food, drink and property. Discover the best of life in the capital from The Times and The Sunday Times

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Latest news, stories in London | The Times and The Sunday Times

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Here is a list of the best things to do in London, 50 to be exact. Don’t expect to see them all on your first trip to London, we didn’t either. But you’ll be back. London is the type of city you can visit multiple times and never get bored.

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