United Kingdom

United Kingdom incorporates some of the most breathtaking sceneries in Europe with an outstandingly rich cultural heritage. The home of tea at five o'clock and the world's most famous Royal Family nurtures its history, as can be seen in the plethora of perfectly preserved palaces and museums.

This forward-looking nation is also the proud home of modern-day visionary architects, authors, fashion designers and acclaimed chefs. Wales' scenic mountains, Scotland's celtic cultural heritage, and England's fashion, fine dining, and shopping - If not for its weather, UK is doubtlessly worth for its great cultural variety and very typical landscapes...


	February 2008 Chinese New Year Celebrations London's Chinese community celebrates the New Year with a series of events around the city centre, including lion dancers, martial arts and delicious food stalls. July 2008 Wicker Man Festival, Dumfries Held in Dumfries this festival has rapidly become Scotland's biggest alternative music and performance festival. September 2008 BBC Henry Wood Proms, London Don't miss the renowned Proms concerts - one of the greatest classical music festival in Europe. July-August 2008 The Big Chill Summer Festival, Eastnor The excellent Big Chill festival returns to Eastnor Castle in the Malvern Hills. August 2008 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Edinburgh This world famous festival spews forth an eclectic mix of performing arts, music, literature and comedy in a fabulous location.

	Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons
	Haute-cuisine in an enchanting restored manor house, deep in the Oxfordshire countryside. more »

	Aboard the British Pullman
	Superbly comfortable carriages make the perfect way to travel on a day excursion or short break from London and other cities. more »

	The Northern Belle
	The original Pullman "Belle" trains of the 1930s offers day, weekend and Grand Tours with departures from towns and cities throughout UK. more »

	Grand Tour of Great Britain
	A journey throughout the most beautiful landscapes of Great Britain, aboard the Northern Belle, from London to York, Edinburgh, Chester and Bath. more »

	Rediscover Scotland with The Royal Scotsman
	A journey on The Royal Scotsman is regarded as one of the world's great travel experiences. more »

Language: English and Welsh (official)

Currency: Pound Sterling (GPB)

Climate: British weather is liable to change from day to day. Summer and Autumn are the best seasons to visit the UK.

Culture: The full name of UK is United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It comprises Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) and Northern Ireland.

Places to visit: Brighton - Bath - Cambridge - London - Carlisle - Edinburgh - York, and many more...

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