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LONDON, CAPITAL OF GREAT BRITAIN

London is the capital of Great Britain, its political, economic and commercial centre. It is one of the largest cities in the world and the largest city in Europe. Its population is about-8 million.

London is divided into several parts: the City, Westminster, the West End, and the East End.

The heart of London is the City, its financial and business centre. Numerous banks, offices, and firms are situated there, including the Bank of England, the Stock Exchange and the Old Bailey. Few people live here, but every day over a million people come to the City to work. There are some famous ancient buildings within the City. Perhaps the most striking of them is the St. Paul's Cathedral, the greatest of English churches. It was built in the 17th century by Sir Christopher Wren. The Tower of London was founded by Julius Caesar and in 1066 rebuilt by William the Conqueror. It was used as a fortress, aroyalpalace and a prison. Now it is a museum.

Westminster is the governmental part of London.

Nearly all English kings and queens have been crowned in

Westminster Abbey. Many outstanding statesmen, scientists, writers, poets and painters are buried here: Newton, Darwin, Chaucer, Dickens, Tennyson, Kipling and others.

Across the road from Westminster Abbey is Westminster Palace, the seat of the British Parliament. The clock tower of the Houses of Parliament is famous for its big bell, known as Big Ben. Buckingham Palace is the official residence of the Queen.

The West End is the richest and most beautiful part of London. It is the symbol of wealth and luxury. The best hotels, shops, restaurants, clubs, and theatres are situated there.

The Trafalgar Square is the geographical centre of London. It was namedin honour of Admiral Nelson's victory in the battle of Trafalgar in 1805. The tall Nelson's Column stands in the middle of the square.

On the north side of the Trafalgar Square is the National Portrait Gallery. Not far away is the British Museum — the biggest museum m London. It contains a priceless collection of ancient manuscripts,coins, sculptures, etc, and is also famous for its library.

There are a lot of factories, workshops and docks in the East End

KYIV - THE CAPITAL OF UKRAINE

Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, has the population of nearly three million inhabitants and covers over 43 km from east to west and 42 km from north to south.

According to the legend, Kyiv was founded by three brothers — Kyi, Shchek, and Khoryv, — and their sister Lybid. The city was named after Kyi, the eldest brother. The monument erected in their honor stands on the bank of the River Dnipro.

In the late 6th and early 7th centuries the first fortification appeared in the northern section of Old Kyiv Hill. While the court of the princes was located on the hills of Kyiv, the lower part of the city, known as Podil, developed into a busy trading district.

With the establishment of Kyivan Rus' (the 9th century), Kyiv became its capital.

Prince Volodymyr the Great (980—1015) expanded the city. Kyivan Rus' was at its zenith under the rule of Prince Yaroslav the Wise (1036—1054). Monasteries were established and developed into centres of education. Close to 400 churches were built, the most famous of which, Saint Sofia's Cathedral (1037), has survived to this day. The first library was founded on the grounds of the Cathedral.

Today Kyiv is one of the greatest ancient European cities, rich with the monuments of art and architecture. It is a political, scientific, cultural, sports, and industrial centre of modern Ukraine.

Kyiv is a major industrial centre that includes companies specializing in electronics, engineering, aviation, food, and chemical production, etc. Kyiv's economic development has been enriched by its advantageous location along the Dnipro River, which links Kyiv to the Black Sea.

The city has many hotels, cafes, and restaurants with Ukrainian, European, American, and Eastern cuisine to accommodatetourists and business persons. Stadiums, tennis courts, swimming pools, and gyms are also available for you. If you visit Kyiv in late May, you will witness a beautiful festival — "The Days of Kyiv".

Ukrainian Scientists

Ukraine has rich and interesting history. Our country has achievements not only in art but also in science. Ukrainian scientists made a great contribution to the development of the technology of the ХХ century.

One of the most outstanding Ukrainian scientists is Boris Paton. He studies metallurgy and metal technology. He is a Doctor of Technical Sciences and the first person who was awarded the title of the Hero of Ukraine. His father Yevgeny Paton is known for his researches in welding and bridge engineering. He created the first project of all-welded bridge in the world. He was a founder of bridge engineering school in Ukraine.

Another well-known scientist is Victor Glushkov who founded the Computing Centre of the Academy of Sciences of Ukraine. Later one of its divisions was transformed into the Institute of Mathematical Machines and Systems. Today the Institute is a leader among research organizations in the country.

Ukrainian scientists continue playing a great role in the scientific world.

Україна має багату й цікаву історію. Наша країна має досягнення не тільки в мистецтві, але і в науці. Українські вчені внесли великий вклад в розвиток технології ХХ століття.

Один з найвидатніших українських учених є Борис Патон. Він вивчає металургії і технології металів. Він є доктором технічних наук і перша людина, який був удостоєний звання Героя України. Його батько Євген Патон відомий своїми дослідженнями в зварюванні і мостобудування. Він створив перший проект суцільнозварний міст в світі. Він був одним із засновників міст інженерної школи в Україні.

Інший відомий вчений Віктор Глушков, який заснував Обчислювальний центр Академії наук України. Пізніше один з його підрозділів був перетворений в Інститут математичних машин і систем. Сьогодні інститут є лідером серед дослідницьких організацій в країні.

Українські вчені продовжують відігравати велику роль у науковому світі.