The Trading City
The City of London began as a trading settlement and today is one of the world's leading commercial cities. This walk is the story of how the City has adapted itself over the centuries to compete on a global scale.
Our walk starts at Monument station and finishes at Aldgate station.
On our walk you will:
- See the river Thames and hear of its importance to the City
- Hear the story of German traders and the site they owned for 700 years
- Discover why those who shared a common trade or skill needed to band together
- Visit the site that Elizabeth 1st gave a royal title
- See two 19th century foreign born men commemorated in sculpture
- Visit the site of one of the City's most exciting 20th century buildings
If you ever wondered why the City of London is such a successful centre of global trade this walk is for you.
Duration: 1½ to 2 hours
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