England
England, or to give its official title, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, lies to the northwest of the Contient of Europe. It consists of one large island, England, Scotland and Wales, part of the neighbouring island of Ireland and a large number of smaller islands. The total area of Great Britain is 94,278 square miles and the estimated population is over 51 million.
There is a general belief that British climate is cold, wet and foggy. A thick fog is often used as the setting for a mystery or detective film, but in fact the number of foggy days, even in the worst sports in Britain, is not high compared with most parts of the world. British society grants the people of its culture many freedoms, these include freedom of speech, freedom of assembly, freedom of movement and freedom of association. Britain is also the promoter of traditional events that include 'Halloween' and 'bonfire night' these are part of its culture, as they are celebrated annually by the majority of the population. The majority of Britain is of the Christianity faith and so Christmas is the major religious event, it is publicised by the mass media the most. The most famous English food is Fish and Chips. Fish and chips is a hot dish of English origin, consisting of battered fish, commonly Atlantic cod or haddock, and French fries (called "chips" in British English). It is a common take away food. In every region of England there are hundreds of fantastic attractions to enjoy. As well as London's world famous attractions, you'll find historical sites like Stonehenge, ecological attractions such as the Eden Project and great family attractions ranging from zoos and safari parks to picnic spots and beaches. Use our Attractions and Events search to find attractions near your destination.
England truly does have it all. An immense capital city filled with endless gems, a countryside that could swell the hardest of hearts, a lively pub culture, and a history so rich, it oozes from every cobblestone and street corner. So do yourself a favour and check out Open Travel’s compilation of the country’s top twenty five attractions. Whether you’re planning a trip to England or not, you’ll surely be aching to book your flight, pack your bags, and soar off to a land so beautiful it hurts.