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London

London is the capital of Great Britain. London lies on both banks of the river Thames. It is the largest city in Europe and one of the largest cities in the world.

London

London is not only the capital of the country. It is also a very big port, one of the greatest commercial centres in the world, a university city, and the seat of the government of Great Britain. The most important parts of London are: the City, the West End, the East End and Westminster.

The City is the busiest part of London. People do business there. The West End is the richest part of London. The East End is not so rich as the other parts of London. Westminster Abbey is one of the most beautiful buildings in London. Many Great English scientists lie buried there. Among them Newton, Darwin and Watt.

  • What historical places are there in London?
  • There are many historical places in London. They are St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London, the British Museum, Trafalgar Square, Nelson’s column and others.
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Kiev is the capital of Ukraine

Kiev (or Kyiv) is the capital of Ukraine, its political, administrative, cultural and scientific centre. Kiev is over 1,500 years old.

Kiev

According to the ancient legend Kiev was founded by three brothers: Kij, Shchek and Khoriv and their sister Libid. They settled on the heights above the Dnieper and founded a city on one of the hills and called it Kiev after the eldest brother.

Kiev was a large commercial centre of the East Slavs and was called ‘the mother of all Russian towns’. Many historical places in Kiev remind us of its ancient history. Among them are the Golden Gate, St. Sophia’s Cathedral, St. Vladimir’s Cathedral, Kiev-Pechersk Lavra, St. Andrew’s Church and many others.

At present Kiev is a leading industrial centre of Ukraine. The capital of Ukraine is known for its output of excavatore, motorcycles, cameras, river boats, planes and complicated electric measuring apparatuses. The Academy of Sciences of Ukraine is situated in Kiev. Kiev is the seat of Ukrainian Government.

  • What theatres do You know in Kiev?
  • Such theatres as Shevchenko Opera and Ballet Theatre, Ivan Franko Drama Theatre, Lesya Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre are very popular among Klevites.
  • What is Your favourite place in Kiev?
  • My favourite place in Kiev is Vladimirskaya Hill.
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