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About Britain

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Find out what makes us Brits tick. From the history of the monarchy to the role of government through the ages, dip into our About Britain section for a whistle-stop tour of our ancient traditions and rich culture...

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BRITAINFACTS

Population
61.4 million
Main airport
London Heathrow
Currency
Pound sterling
Language
English, Welsh, Gaelic, Scots
Main towns / cities
London, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Belfast

Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament Source:Maurice Credit: Maurice

History

'Britain' itself didn't exist as an island until around 6500 BC. Read how we came to represent a leading centre for world trade and finance.

History
The monarchy

About Britain

Westminster Abbey Source:hjjanisch Credit: hjjanisch

Agama

Agama rasmi di Britain ialah Kristian yang diamalkan oleh Gereja Anglican. Walau bagaimanapun, Britain ialah masyarakat pelbagai kepercayaan yang berusaha untuk mempromosikan toleransi dan penerimaan agama.

Agama

About Britain

Arrival of the Crown at the State Opening of Parliament Source:UK Parliament Credit: UK Parliament

Government

The UK is a constitutional monarchy that is a representative democracy. The three elements that make up Parliament are the Queen, the House of Lords and the elected House of Commons.

Government

Countries

  • Britain

    Britain is full of contrasts; whichever direction you travel you will find a wide variety of landscapes and diverse cultures to explore. England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are all unique countries with their own customs, cultures and tradition.

  • England

    England is the largest country in Britain, and home to the largest city in Europe, 600 miles of beautiful coastline, and a population almost three times that of Australia.

  • Ireland Utara

    Vibrant cities with shopping, nightlife and festivals, outdoor activities, fabulous food and unspoilt retreats where you can unwind, relax and recharge.

  • Scotland

    Scotland is everything you imagine - whisky, golf, romance of the clans and a wealth of castles and historic sites. The Highlands area is one of the last wildernesses in Europe.

  • Wales

    Wales is different from other parts of Britain and just 2 hours from Heathrow Airport. With 400 castles, yet only one official motorway, you have to take things at a gentle pace.

 

Cities & towns

  • Birmingham

    Birmingham, a dynamic business city, offering a world class cultural scene, a diverse and lively mix of shopping, attractions, nightlife, major international events and exhibitions.

  • Glasgow

    Known as Scotland's style capital with its art deco brasseries, stylish shops and cultural centres, Glasgow boasts more than 30 museums and galleries and an annual programme of performing arts and festivals.

  • Liverpool

    Liverpool is fast becoming one of Europe’s most popular city break destinations. Awarded European Capital of Culture 2008, it boasts more theatres, museums and galleries than any other UK city outside London.

  • Manchester

    The city is widely recognised as one of the coolest in Britain. Manchester has reinvented itself as a truly contemporary metropolis, with modern landmarks, excellent art and culture, great bars and world-class hospitality.

  • Newcastle

    Expect something different in this fast-moving cultural city. Newcastle-Gateshead has an energy and excitement that is distinctly, uniquely its own, blending world-class attractions with a history that stretches back over 2,000 years.

 

Events

Festivals

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Ottery Tar Barrels

Every year on 5 November brave souls carry flaming tar barrels through the streets of the small...

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FESTIVALS

Christmas Market

York Christmas Markets

This Christmas, York has a fantastic programme of events beginning with the St Nicholas Fayre on 25...

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ARTS, CULTURE &...

Otolith Group Source:© Tate Galleries

Turner Prize 2010

The annual Turner Prize was set up in 1984 to award the best British talent in modern art and...

Turner Prize Exhibition

Festivals

New Year's Day Parade and Festival

Join London’s New Year’s Day Parade at 12 noon outside the Ritz Hotel on Piccadilly as 10,000...

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Upcoming Events

  1. 1 Bath Literature Festival
  2. 2 Crickhowell Walking Festival
  3. 3 The Heineken Cup
  4. 4 Six Nations Rugby Championships

Things to do

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