Financial London: business, billionaires and bankers
Highlights:
Learn where Romans were storing their wealth in Ancient London
See the hotspots of colonialism - gold and ivory trade
Discover how wool trade in medieval London started the Hundreds Years War
Learn about the controversial Corn Laws of the 19th century
Explore the financial aftermath of the 'Opium War' victory
Uncover secret financial plan of Margaret Thatcher that turned London into financial hub
Learn about the trades of the top British billionaires by Bloomberg
Description:
Welcome to the Financial Tour of London, where we take you on a journey through the heart of one of the world's leading financial centres.
We'll visit the bustling financial district of the City of London,home to the headquarters of major banks, investment firms, and financial institutions.
You will learn about the controversial Corn Laws of the 19th century and see the hotspots of colonialism.
Later on you will see the origins of banking in Lombard Street, where the Bank of England was founded in 1694.
We'll also explore the Royal Exchange which was built at the time of the Chinese ‘Opium Wars’, a period which saw the collapse of the Chinese economy.
You will also stop by the London Stock Exchange, where you will discover Margaret Thatcher's secret plan that turned London into the largest exporter of financial services.
Price:
£1484 per group