This
green and pleasant land, this sceptred isle, this crucible of empire
and pioneer of parliamentary democracy, is the most eccentric,
extraordinary and downright intriguing place on Earth.Variety Packed
From the Roman remains of Hadrian's Wall to London's
incomparable theatre scene, England is full of astounding variety. In
the cities, the streets buzz day and night, filled with tempting shops
and restaurants, and some of the finest museums in the world. After
dark, cutting-edge clubs, top-class performing arts and formidable live
music provide a string of nights to remember. Next day, you're deep in
the English countryside or enjoying a classic seaside resort. There
really is something for everyone, whether you're eight or 80, going
solo or travelling with your friends, your kids or your grandma.
Time Travel
A
journey through England is a journey through history. But not history
that's dull and dusty, history you can feel and re-live. You can lay
your hands on the ancient megaliths of a 5000-year-old stone circle, or
walk the battlements of a medieval fortress – just as they were
patrolled by the chain-mail-clad many centuries ago. Visit the sites of
the legend of King Arthur, Shakespeare’s sonnets and the palaces of
royals – past and present. Then fast forward to the future and you're
admiring 21st-century architecture in Manchester, or exploring the
space-age domes of Cornwall's Eden Project.
English Spoken Here
And while England has
developed a culture and tradition that may appear complex, on the
surface at least it's familiar to many visitors thanks to a vast
catalogue of British film and TV exports. The same applies when it
comes to communication; this is home turf for the English language. For
many visitors this means no need to carry a phrasebook – although you
might get a little confused by local accents in places such as Devon or
Liverpool.
Easy Does It
Travel
here is a breeze. Granted, it may not be totally effortless, but it's
easy compared with many parts of the world. And although the locals may
grumble (in fact, it's a national pastime) public transport is very
good, and a train ride through the English landscape can be a highlight
in itself. But whichever way you get around, in this compact country
you're never far from the next town, the next pub, the next restaurant,
the next national park or the next impressive castle on your hit list
of highlights. The choice is endless, and we've hand-picked the best
places for you – but don't let this stop you from making your own
discoveries.
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