On that map there was no City Airport, no cluster of tall commercial buildings in the City of London, and no sign of the Canary Wharf skyscrapers. The urban geography of the East End has changed ...

Though it may not be teeming with tourist attractions, don't write off the East End as a waste of precious sightseeing time. This area of London boasts a rich history, architectural gems and a ...

Discover London’s historic East End at your own pace with our free audio tour. Let our academic experts bring more than 200 years of east London’s fascinating past to life, using your MP3 player or ...