Heathrow airport in London Bashny.Net

The construction of the passenger Heathrow airport (London, UK) started on the site of a former military airfield in 1953. The first permanent terminal building was opened in 1955, the Last, the fifth, the passenger terminal in 2008. Just airport terminal 6, in particular 1 — cargo. At the moment Heathrow is the fourth busiest passenger airport in the world. It is a hub for 3 airlines — British Airways, Virgin Atlantic Airways and bmi, and serves over 90 airlines. Annually the airport receives and sends about 70 million passengers.





The building of the first terminals has not been considered further extension were in the center of the airport; as well preclude the construction of a large Parking lot, as it was assumed that airlines will only be available to wealthy people, which the terminal will bring up the private drivers.





By the early 80's. the number of passengers increased so much that it caused the need for the construction of another terminal. So, in 1986 was opened the 4th terminal, which is connected with the first three existing truck tunnel. At the airport, there are 17 international hotels, dozens of restaurants and cafes. In an underground bunker near the old control tower is the Chapel of Saint George, in which are the Anglican, Catholic service of the Church of Scotland. In addition, each terminal has a room for prayers.




Between the airport and Central London connections to suit every taste. The fastest way to get to the heart of the city — travel by train (Heathrow Express) will take you no more than 20 minutes. From any terminal with connections to London (journey time approximately 50 min).

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