London's Heathrow Airport is not just an airport, but one of the world's most important aviation hubs. The latest was a long-term closure due to a fire at a power station on March 21, 2025. Let's learn about the history, significance, and 10 interesting facts about this airport in depth.
From a small village to a world-class airport
Heathrow Airport is located in Hillingdon, around 14 miles (23 kilometers) west of central London. The area was originally just fields and a small village called "Heath Row", which has a history dating back to the 14th century, with the word "Heath" meaning open field and "Row" meaning row of houses. สล็อต