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原文及翻译

Many of the most famous buildings in London are located in a small central area. This area contains several huge churches, including Westminster Abbey, where many famous people are buried. Another famous church is Saint Paul's Cathedral, which was rebuilt after the original was destroyed by fire in the year 1665. The Houses of Parliament are also found in central London. 

伦敦许多最著名的建筑都位于一个小的中心区域。该地区有几座巨大的教堂，包括威斯敏斯特大教堂，许多名人都埋葬于此。另一座著名的教堂是圣保罗大教堂，原教堂于 1665 年被大火烧毁后重建。国会大厦也位于伦敦市中心。

These buildings are famous for their Gothic architecture and for the sound of the large clock known as Big Ben. The Tower of London, which was formerly used as a prison, is now a popular tourist attraction. Buckingham Palace, the residence of the royal family, was first opened for public viewing during the 1990s. London is also famous for its many impressive museums, art galleries, and theaters. 

这些建筑以其哥特式建筑和大钟（大本钟）的声音而闻名。伦敦塔以前被用作监狱，现在是一个受欢迎的旅游景点。白金汉宫是皇室的住所，于 20 世纪 90 年代首次向公众开放。伦敦还以其众多令人印象深刻的博物馆、美术馆和剧院而闻名。

For example, the British Museum contains priceless objects from all parts of the world, and the National Gallery holds a great collection of artistic masterpieces. The Globe Theater has been rebuilt to appear as it did during the time of Shakespeare. Despite its age, London remains a vibrant and busy city. 

例如，大英博物馆收藏了来自世界各地的无价之宝，国家美术馆收藏了大量艺术杰作。环球剧院经过重建，恢复了莎士比亚时代的面貌。尽管历史悠久，伦敦仍然是一座充满活力和繁忙的城市。

Most of the cultural and financial institutions in England are located in London, and the city attracts many young people from other parts of England and around the world. Of course, London is popular with tourists who come to see the many attractions of the city.

英国的大多数文化和金融机构都位于伦敦，这座城市吸引了来自英国其他地区和世界各地的许多年轻人。当然，伦敦深受游客的欢迎，他们来这里是为了参观这座城市的众多景点。

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