Living in London

City Information		Transportation
London is the unison of the glorious past with the perfect blend of the urban life of today. There are so many places to visit that you would often find no time to view all. London can be characterized by a few big names like the Big Ben, 10 Downing Street, Buckingham Palace, Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum, the Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament. Phew! London is so full of these beautiful places that the list becomes exhaustive.		Being a major urban city London has many different modes of transport. For students the best suggested mode of travel is the metro, all you got to do is get a Metro pass made at reasonable rates. Besides the metro, bus is also a convenient way of traveling that can be made by the use of a Tube pass. This enables traveling through out London easy and comfortable.
Entertainment		Sports
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, rightly so! London has over 150 theatres that showcase plays, famous operas and cutting- edge fringe productions. London is also famous for its nightlife, the pubs, clubs and bars have lately become hotspots to unwind. If you are a film lover, London Cinema is just the place to be. With more and more people finding means to relax, London has ways to keep you entertained throughout.		Indoor games ain 't so attractive anymore; the real adventure is in sweating it out on the field. Adventure sport activities promise to keep the adrenaline rushing like the Premier League football, test cricket and go-karting activities to name just a few. London is host to a wealth of sporting events throughout the year apart from cricket, rugby and skates. The students hence have a good variety to choose from.
Shopping		Food & Eating
When in London, this is one thing you can not miss - Shopping. Shop till you drop is what retail therapy can do to you. With hundreds of shops vying for your attention, students can indulge in grabbing the best goods at the best price. The markets are flooded with latest fashion statements and at rates that suit every section of the society.		If you are a foodie then London promises to spoil your taste buds a tad bit more. Restaurants in London dish out finest of meals from across the globe. You can tease your taste buds with numerous alternatives be it Chinese, Thai , Mexican ,Italian food or any other delicacies. You can choose from Pavement dining, take –away joints, good value restaurants, traditional restaurants, luxury restaurants and organic restaurants. If you have a stipulated budget then you are free to choose from various other options available as well.
Weather London's weather changes from cold and damp in winter to bright and warm in the summer. London witnesses all four seasons spring, summer, autumn and winter. Although the weather conditions are quite unpredictable, the climate remains pleasant for the inhabitants throughout the year.
London Attractions
London Eye London Eye is to London just as Eiffel Tower is to Paris. It is considered the world's largest observation wheel that allows an individual to take in almost 55 of London's spectacular landmarks in roughly 30mins. As a visitor you will witness your flight on the eye with a circular cruise of 40 minutes on the Thames. Victoria and Albert Museum The Victoria and Albert Museum offers its visitors a feast for the eyes with its offerings. Under a single roof you will find furniture, sculpture, glass, jewellery, fashion, textiles, metalwork and photographs. It is by far considered the greatest museum of art and design that is home to 3000 years of world famous artifacts storing in its rich hues the world's richest cultures. Madame Tussauds If you thought that meeting movie stars was a dream then think again because Madame Tussauds offers some of the world's famous faces under a single roof. Be it the football stars, movie stars or Her Majesty itself all of them have been wax molded to forever remain in the hall of fame and afresh in our minds in a unique way. Science Museum Science museum is home to some life changing innovations of the millennium. There is Stephenson's Rocket, Apollo 10 command module and the breathtaking views of the present and future technology. If you are accompanied by children then do not miss the immersive 3D movie that is sure to enthrall an audience of all ages. National Gallery The National Gallery showcases one of the greatest collections of the European Paintings in the World. The era it covers is from 1250 to 1900, with a collection of some of the greatest stalwarts of Art Leonardo Da Vinci, Gainsborough, Turner and Van Gogh.