London is the capital and largest urban area of both England and the United Kingdom. It is the largest city in the European Union. London is one of the world’s business, financial and cultural centres and its influence in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion and the arts contribute to its status as a major global city. Central London is the headquarters of more than half of the UK’s top 100 listed companies and over 100 of Europe’s 500 largest companies. The city is a major tourist destination both for domestic and overseas visitors, with annual expenditure by tourists of around £15 billion. Here is some beautifull pictures of London at night (click on picture to see it in full size):