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The River Thames flows through Central London but isn't of any real importance now. In the past it was used as a means of getting about because of the poor state of the roads. The London Docks were situated on the river and there was an enormous amount of shipping and warehousing along both banks of the river when London was a major port and Britain had its Empire. With the advent of containerisation and much larger ships, the River Thames was no longer wide enough or deep enough to facilitate large vessels.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 11y agoThe Thames was the main trading port, it was also the main port into London which was and still is an important place. Before cars had been invented, going by boat would have been the quickest way around the country therefore the Thames was very important in the development of the British Empire as it centered around trading from other countries.
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∙ 12y agoIt helps by being a base for transport, sightseeing, bathing, boating, fishing, wildlife.
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∙ 11y agoOriginally it was a method of transporting goods in and out of the Country. Boats and ships would sail right up to the Capital Importing and Exporting. It is now mainly used for pleasure.
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What river does London lie on?
The Thames River passes through London, England.
What famous river in England which London is located?
The River Thames is the major river through London, cutting right through the middle of the city. There are many other rivers in London, such as the River Lee (or Lea) and the River Brent.
What river is in London?
That would be the River Thames.
What river is the capital of Great Britain situated?
London is situated on the River Thames (pronounced 'temz'.
Is London situated on a river's estuary name the river?
London is on the River Thames but not quite at its estuary.
What is special about the Thames river?
because it is in London people
Where the thames river is found?
The River Thames is found in London, England
On which river is the tower of london?
The river Thames.
What name the famous river in London?
The river Thames (pronounced temz)
What rivers are near London and England?
The River Thames flows through the middle of London. Other rivers, such as the River Lee, flow into it within the city.
Where is the river Niles and where is the river Thames?
The Nile Is In Egypt and the Thames is in London
What country is thames in?
The river Thames is England, and is the river that London is built on.
