LONDON, ENGLAND, March 29, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The Virgin London Marathon, one of the largest running events in the world, will see runners race toward the finish line on Sunday 22 April.
First held in 1981, the London Marathon has quickly grown into an international event on par with other major marathons like Boston, New York, Chicago, and Berlin. The course, which spans 42.195 kilometers, takes runners through iconic British landmarks like Old Royal Naval College, Tower Bridge, and St Paul's Cathedral and is relatively flat and fast.
The 32nd annual Virgin London Marathon is expected to attract over 46,000 participants. Spectators are encouraged to watch from the sidelines as runners from across the globe race for glory.
But before the race, runners and spectators a like need some much need sleep. Visitors can choose from a range of Cheap Hotels at www.CheapHotels.co.uk ,in London such as the Hilton London Canary Wharf, located near the start of the race in the London suburb of Blackheath.
For information on the Virgin London Marathon can be found at www.virginlondonmarathon.com
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