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About the London Marathon
Inspired by the 1979 New York Marathon, former Olympic steeplechase champion Chris Brasher decided to organise the London Marathon where participants of all creeds and colours could take part and celebrate the joy of life. Today the event is some what of a cultural phenomenon which still fosters the human spirit of togetherness and is instrumental in raising funds for various charitable causes. The course is precisely 26.2 miles long and the London Marathon’s 30,000 plus participants are made up of a wide cross section of the global family. For those not bent on breaking any world records, the race is more of an extra long carnival parade where one can even dress up in funny costumes as you run for fun or for your favourite charity. With over half a million cheering spectators and live performing bands lining the streets, the London Marathon is no ordinary race and is not to be missed.
Location
The London Marathon traditionally starts from Greenwich Park (there are other starting points according to the different categories) and then winds its way across cosmopolitan London. The route goes through the Docklands and alongside the Thames before ending up at the Buckingham Palace Mall. The Charing Cross, Waterloo East and London Bridge Train Stations provide easy access to the starting points of the London Marathon for participants and spectators alike. While the Dockland Railway line is conveniently linked to the Greenwich Station (near Greenwich Park) and other points along the course, those looking to cheer runners as they cross the finish line can get off at the Westminster or Charing Cross Underground Stations which are just a short walk away from The Mall.
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