Despite a history stretching back almost 2,000 years, the City of London is one of the world-s most modern, booming and yet unspoiled places to visit. Today it is teeming with those who work in London-s international financial, legal and insurance industries. Catering to their every need, the tiny -Square Mile- is full of fine-dining establishments, caf- cocktail bars, clubs, cultural venues and historic pubs. With street names including Poultry, Cornhill and Cheapside, it is impossible to ignore the City-s long and colourful history as a major commercial hub. Stretches of Roman wall, fort, amphitheatre and bathhouse also provide constant reminders of its past.In this book, author Lucy McMurdo guides us on a fascinating tour highlighting fifty of the City-s architectural treasures and landmarks from across the centuries. The City has a reputation for pageantry and tradition. It has its own government and Lord Mayor and is home to many livery companies and guilds. Great institutions are
