London is the capital city of England and the United Kingdom. Its history is going back to its founding by the Romans, who called it Londinium. London is a leading global city, with strengths in many areas. It is the world's largest financial centre alongside New York. London Heathrow is the world's busiest1 airport by number of international passengers. London's 43 universities form the largest concentration of higher education institutions in Europe. In 2012 London will become the first city to host the Summer Olympic Games three times.
1Terminal3 will became Meathrows busiest terminal after1 is closed.