Tourism in Britain
Tourist places in Britain
The United Kingdom is a nation made up of the countries of England, Wales and Scotland in addition to Northern Ireland, and it is known as the birth of contemporary parliamentary democracy and the industrial revolution.
Britain’s global role receded in the twentieth century after the two world wars, its loss of its empire, which was “never set by the sun,” and the result of the referendum that was held in 2016 on the membership of the European Union raised serious questions about the role that the country will play at the international level.
Nevertheless, the United Kingdom remains an economic and military power to reckon with, with influential political and cultural influence around the world.
Edinburgh
It is the capital of Scotland. It combined the old medieval town and the elegant new town with classic gardens and buildings. Overlooking the city is Edinburgh Castle, home to the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Destiny Stone of the Two Kings, used in the coronations of Scottish rulers.
Edinburgh has some interesting places that attract visitors to it; Such as: The National Museum of Scotland, which aims to discover the world of nature and Scottish history, and there are many theaters that offer theatrical performances, concerts, operas, and others, in addition to children’s attractions such as: Edinburgh Zoo, the deep sea world, and Georgian farm City.
Glasgow
It is a port city on the River Clyde in the western lowlands of Scotland. It is famous for its Victorian architecture and Art Nouveau, a rich legacy that allowed the city to flourish from the 18th to the 20th centuries due to trade and shipbuilding. Today it is a national cultural center, and home to institutions including the Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet and the National Theater of Scotland, as well as famous museums and flowery music.
There are many areas and landmarks that attract tourists in the city of Glasgow, the most important of which are: The People’s Palace and the Winter Gardens. The museum is historically and socially important, as it embraces the history of the city and the people who lived in it. CCA Contemporary Arts Center: This center is a site for contemporary arts in Scotland, and tourists can enjoy watching many arts, films, workshops and musical performances of various artists at this center. Modern Art Gallery: This gallery is located in the heart of Glasgow and hosts cultural programs by both local and international artists.
London
The capital of England and the United Kingdom, it is a 21st century city with a history stretching back to Roman times. At its center stands the imposing House of Representatives, the iconic Big Ben clock tower and Westminster Abbey, the site of the British Queen’s coronation.
The London Eye Observation Wheel offers panoramic views of the cultural complex on the South Bank, and the entire city across the River Thames.
Royal sites include Buckingham Palace, which houses the king’s headquarters and offices, and the Tower of London, a former prison in the home of the Crown Jewels.
Stonehenge
It is considered one of the most famous prehistoric monuments in the world. It was built in several stages: The first monument was a monument, built about 5,000 years ago, and the unique stone circle was constructed in the late Neolithic period around 2500 BC. In the early Bronze Age many hills were built nearby. Today, along with Avebury, Stonehenge forms the heart of the World Heritage Site.
Big Ben
The tower clock, famous for its accuracy and massive bell. Strictly speaking, the name refers to only the large clock bell, which weighs 15.1 tons (13.7 metric tons), but is usually associated with the entire clock tower at the north end of Parliament House, in London’s Westminster borough. The tower itself was officially known as St Stephen’s Tower until 2012, when its name was changed to Elizabeth Tower on the occasion of the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II, as it celebrated its 60th anniversary on the British throne. The clocks are 9 and 14 feet (2.7 and 4.3 meters) long, respectively, and the clock tower rises approximately 320 feet (97.5 meters). Originally in coordination with the Royal Greenwich Observatory, Big Ben’s bell has been broadcast – with some interruptions – since 1924 as a daily time signal from the BBC.