England is a country in the British Isles bordering Scotland and Wales and is the largest of the four "home nations" that make up the United Kingdom. It is also the most populous of the four with almost 52 million inhabitants (roughly 84% of the total population of the UK).
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London
The capital of the UK is visited by millions of tourists a year. London is a very old city and also is home to an incredible number of attractions, wonderful old houses, fantastic museums, large and beautiful parks and, of course, the unique British charm.
In 43 AD Romans established a settlement on the River Thames. Over the centuries the settlement has grown and has turned into a real metropolis with a population of 7.5 million people (if counting together with London suburbs, then the number is 12 million). Only visits to numerous traditional English pubs, which are so famous in London, will prevent you from estimating the size and glory of the city.
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▪ Tourist spots
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Without a doubt, Tower Bridge across the Thames is the most famous drawbridge in the world. Contrary to a popular opinion, the bridge has got its name not because of the two towers that adorn the bridge, but because of the nearby Tower of London.
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Tower of London is a whole complex of buildings. During its long history the complex has performed a variety of functions – it was an arsenal, a royal palace, a prison, an observatory and even a mint. (Read more)
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St. Paul's Cathedral is the fifth church dedicated to St. Paul, the patron saint of London, built on this site. The first wooden church stood here back in 604 BC. Today's St. Paul's Cathedral was raised after its predecessor was burnt down in the Great Fire of London in 1666. The construction lasted about 40 years. (Read more)
▪ Big Ben
Big Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, and often extended to refer to the clock and the clock tower. The tower is officially known as Elizabeth Tower, renamed to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II in 2012; previously it was known simply as the Clock Tower.
The tower holds the second largest four-faced chiming clock in the world. The tower has become one of the most prominent symbols of the United Kingdom and is often in the establishing shot of films set in London. (Read more)
▪ Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square is a large place commemorating
Lord Horatio Nelson’victory against Napoleon’s navy at the Battle of
Trafalgar in 1805. (Read more)
▪ The British Museum
The British Museum contains more than 13 million artifacts from the ancient world,
also displaying one of the finest collections of antiquities. Tourists head
first for the museum’s most famous exhibits, for exemple: the Egyptian mummies
and the spectacular hoard of 4th-century Roman silver known as the Mildenhall Treasure. (Read more)
▪ Cuisine
▪ Fish & chips
There’s nothing that says ‘British Food’ like Fish & Chips. Known the world over, this traditional British dish is on the top of any foodie list for visitors to London and the U.K. Although fish & chips is best eaten on the seaside (think Brighton, Blackpool or Whitby) it is possible to get great fish & chips in London. Fish & chips is traditionally eaten with mushy peas and garnished with salt and vinegar!
▪ Sunday Roast with Yorkshire Pudding
Sunday roast is a true British classic. Traditionally this meal is eaten any time from 12noon to 5pm on Sundays. Although you can get Sunday roast with turkey, beef, pork, chicken, lamb and veggie options – it’s important to always make sure you get your Yorkshire pudding! Traditionally served with beef, Yorkshire puddings a true British classic and can often be added to any Sunday roast order. A traditional roast comes with meat, potatoes, gravy and vegetables and should be so large you find it difficult to walk afterwards!
▪ Full English breakfast
The full English breakfast is a mighty meal! Traditionally, you need to find a dish that incorporates: sausages, eggs, mushrooms, tomatoes, mushrooms, blood pudding, potatoes, and toast. Perfect for a hangover (not that we’d know!), a full English is a great traditional British dish – easy, tasty, and usually inexpensive!
▪ Eton Mess
A simple and delicious dessert, Eton Mess is named after the prestigious boys school of the same name. A fabulous mix of crushed merangue, cream and strawberries, Eton mess is a classic British treat. Keep an eye out for variants made with different kinds of fruit or with ice cream instead of cream – although we believe that the best experience is with the classic strawberry ingredient.
- See more at: http://www.freetoursbyfoot.com/top-10-british-foods-london/#sthash.7g9hrUUM.dpuf
▪ Tea
▪ Jaipur
▪ Cullen skink
Strict following of rules remains one of main traits of local residents. This is true for absolutely all spheres of life. Londoners are very careful and diligent in work. They are very patient in filling various papers and documents, and carefully follow the traffic rules.
Any violation of public policies or generally accepted norms can cause frustration and confusion. Local people are very sensitive to nature. While walking in the city, you can hardly see people wearing fur or leather. Even the soldiers of the Royal Guard have been forced to change their uniform and instead of hats made of natural bear fur they now wear hats made of artificial materials.
Citizens are very reluctant to drinking alcoholic beverages. Local stores start selling alcoholic drinks on weekends only after 19.00. During the week pubs are open throughout the day and have all sorts of things to keep your attention.
▪ Fish & chips
There’s nothing that says ‘British Food’ like Fish & Chips. Known the world over, this traditional British dish is on the top of any foodie list for visitors to London and the U.K. Although fish & chips is best eaten on the seaside (think Brighton, Blackpool or Whitby) it is possible to get great fish & chips in London. Fish & chips is traditionally eaten with mushy peas and garnished with salt and vinegar!
▪ Sunday Roast with Yorkshire Pudding
Sunday roast is a true British classic. Traditionally this meal is eaten any time from 12noon to 5pm on Sundays. Although you can get Sunday roast with turkey, beef, pork, chicken, lamb and veggie options – it’s important to always make sure you get your Yorkshire pudding! Traditionally served with beef, Yorkshire puddings a true British classic and can often be added to any Sunday roast order. A traditional roast comes with meat, potatoes, gravy and vegetables and should be so large you find it difficult to walk afterwards!
▪ Full English breakfast
The full English breakfast is a mighty meal! Traditionally, you need to find a dish that incorporates: sausages, eggs, mushrooms, tomatoes, mushrooms, blood pudding, potatoes, and toast. Perfect for a hangover (not that we’d know!), a full English is a great traditional British dish – easy, tasty, and usually inexpensive!
▪ Eton Mess
A simple and delicious dessert, Eton Mess is named after the prestigious boys school of the same name. A fabulous mix of crushed merangue, cream and strawberries, Eton mess is a classic British treat. Keep an eye out for variants made with different kinds of fruit or with ice cream instead of cream – although we believe that the best experience is with the classic strawberry ingredient.
- See more at: http://www.freetoursbyfoot.com/top-10-british-foods-london/#sthash.7g9hrUUM.dpuf
▪ Tea
Britain is a tea-drinking nation. Every day we drink 165 million cups of the stuff and each year around 144 thousand tons of tea are imported.
Tea in Britain is traditionally brewed in a warmed china teapot, adding one spoonful of tea per person and one for the pot. Most Britons like their tea strong and dark, but with a lot of milk.
▪ Jaipur
This IPA
represents one of the finest offerings from the Thornbridge brewery in
Bakewell, Derbyshire, whose beers reflect the changing fortunes of the Great
British Pint. (Read more)
▪ Cullen skink
Cullen skink is a soup made from smoked
haddock, potatoes and onions, simple and amazing, perfect after a day at work. (Read more)
▪ Habits
Strict following of rules remains one of main traits of local residents. This is true for absolutely all spheres of life. Londoners are very careful and diligent in work. They are very patient in filling various papers and documents, and carefully follow the traffic rules. 
Any violation of public policies or generally accepted norms can cause frustration and confusion. Local people are very sensitive to nature. While walking in the city, you can hardly see people wearing fur or leather. Even the soldiers of the Royal Guard have been forced to change their uniform and instead of hats made of natural bear fur they now wear hats made of artificial materials.
Citizens are very reluctant to drinking alcoholic beverages. Local stores start selling alcoholic drinks on weekends only after 19.00. During the week pubs are open throughout the day and have all sorts of things to keep your attention.
Brits are very polite. Maybe even too polite. British people apologise for everything, and as a foreigner you should do the same to avoid being considered as rude. So if you accidentally step on someone’s toe when the tube is crammed with people – just apologise, even if it’s not your fault.
The words “Please” and “Thank you” are just as important. Whether you ask your friend to pass you the biscuits that are too far away for you to reach or you thank the waitress for serving your food – be friendly, say the “magic words” and you will feel like a real Brit.
Music:
Folk music: The
British folk music also known as English tradictional music goes back many
centuries and remains a big and important part of music history throughout the
world. In 19th century folk had a more solid definition and was associated with
Romantic Movement. (Read more)
Famous Personalities
Playwright, Poet Astronomer, Scientist, Phylosopher,
Mathematician, Physicist
▪ Cost of living
Depending on where you are from, the cost of living in London may be much more than in your home country. However this doesn’t mean it is unaffordable, but it is important to plan ahead and ensure that you will have enough money to pay for your tuition fees and living costs throughout your course, before you start. For example, there is a much greater range of shops and supermarkets in London from the very cheap to the very expensive than you would tend to find in smaller towns and cities. There are also several websites devoted to activities you can enjoy for free in London such as Time Out’s London for Free.
▪ Climate
The climate of London is temperate, with modest daily high temperatures during summer and winter lows that seldom fall below freezing. Rainfall is fairly regular, occurring throughout the year. Snow occurs sometimes in winter but rarely settles more than a few millimetres deep.
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