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We look at London’s central shopping hub.

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00:00Hello and welcome to another edition of Look Around London.
00:04Welcome to Oxford Street, London's most famous shopping destination. Stretching just over
00:09a mile through the heart of the West End, it's home to more than 300 shops, from global
00:15fashion brands to iconic department stores like Selfridges. Each day, hundreds of thousands
00:21of people walk its bustling pavements, making it one of the busiest retail streets in Europe.
00:27But Oxford Street isn't just about shopping, it's a slice of London history. Once a Roman
00:33road, it later became known as Tyburn Road. Today, it's a hub of culture and entertainment.
00:39Around Christmas, the street is lit with dazzling festive lights, drawing visitors from all over
00:44the world. Whether you're here to shop, sightsee or simply soak up the atmosphere, Oxford Street
00:50remains a must-see landmark in London.
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