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"When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life" wrote Samuel Johnson in the 18th century, "for there is in London all that life can afford”. Over 300 nationalities now call this sprawling metropolis home, making it one of the most cosmopolitan places on earth. London is truly a city of many towns, from exclusive Chelsea and Notting Hill in the west to alternative Camden, trendy Islington in the north or vibrant Brixton south of the river. Follow in the footsteps of Jack the Ripper in London’s East End or hit the designer stores and catch a show in the glittering West End and Soho; watch Shakespeare at the Globe on the South Bank, admire St Paul’s Cathedral or the Houses of Parliament or take a break in one of the capital’s glorious royal parks and gardens. London does not disappoint.
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2009 marks the 250th anniversary of Scottish poet Robert Burns' birth. Burns was a poet and a lyricist and is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland.
The Burns Supper was started a few years after his death by a group of his friends; they held the supper to honour and remember Burns. The tradition caught on and the ritual of Burns Supper is now held all around the world.
His life and work will be celebrated throughout the year at many Burns-related events.