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Are you visiting London for the first time? Or are you fascinated by England's capital city? Whether you're new to London or born and bred in the capital City Walks London brings London to life. Walk through the most interesting city in the world and see London's historic sites and top attractions, from Tower Hill and Brick Lane to Tavistock Square and Pall Mall. Expert guide Andy Rashleigh gives you a personal tour of London, with each walk packed full of intriguing tales and unique features including, the Great Fire of London, Kings and parliment and theatreland. Learn little known facts and stories about England's capital in a fun and exciting way, and discover the events that shaped London into the vibrant city it is today. Take this handy guide with you as you travel around London and explore the off route detours to find out London's deeper secrets or link two or more routes to create your own unique day out. Be guided to the most famous areas and lesser known corners of London with City Walks London, including: * 15 short walks around London from Mayfair and Clerkenwell to Smithfield and Soho * Dozens of intrigung tales and fascinating histories told in each walk * Simple route description and easy-to-follow map * Key features and viewpoints for each walk * Walk statistics including distance and estimated time * Accompanying colour photographs * Recommended refreshment stops Your personal London tour guide.