Aldgate is situated in central London, and is a historic and culturally diverse area located east of Liverpool Street and Fenchurch Street stations, and to the west of Whitechapel. Formed along Commercial Street and housing two stations, Aldgate and Aldgate East, it falls within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The name Aldgate harks back to Roman and medieval times, signifying one of the original six gates in the Wall of London, providing access through the City walls. Notable among the few buildings predating the Great Fire is a pub found at the northern end of Aldgate High Street, constructed in 1593. This pub holds a unique status, having survived the Great Fire of 1666 as one of the rare wooden structures. Aldgate owes its name to Aldgate High Street, where the former gate in the London Wall once stood. During the 18th century, Aldgate played a central role in the sugar refining industry. The historic street pattern underwent redevelopment in the 1970s, giving rise to Aldgate Square, aligned with the former London Wall's border along its western side. Today, Aldgate stands as a focal point for the finance and business industry.