Afternoon tea in England is a traditional affair that owes its ancestry to a young woman called Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bedford in the early 1800s. Anna lived at a time when two meals were the norm, an early breakfast, and an evening dinner. However, heeding to her hunger pangs, she scheduled a time for tea and a snack each afternoon in her bedroom, where it all started. Today, many hotels around the world and in England offer permutations of this century -old tradition. Below are some of England's…

The capital of Northern Ireland is Belfast. The largest city in Northern Ireland Belfast has a population of 270,000 with 600,000 in the inner city and wider metropolitan area. It has the hustle and bustle of city life you would not find anywhere else in Ireland. Belfast resembles other industrial ports like Glasgow and Liverpool, surrounded by elegant Victorian buildings and fantastic shopping streets. However, economic prosperity is not seen in every part of the city, in fact, some areas like the North of Belfast has seen an economic decline.…

History Oxford College England is the oldest university in the world. Teaching at Oxford College began in 1096 and has since played a significant role, developing rapidly throughout the next centuries. It became a prominent platform for debate in science, arts and religion. In the 20th –and early 21st centuries, the University added a new research capacity in the natural and applied sciences, which now include medicine. There are 38 colleges that are financially independent and self-governing institutions. Within the University The University is located close to north-west of London.…

For the best Wales tourist attractions whether it is beaches, castles and museums, you’ve come to the right place. It is a small country which means finding something to do or see is within reach. Wales is well worth getting to know. The country has nearly 400 castles, numerous heritage railways and stunning sceneries. The Welsh are easy going people, and if you decide to tour the country, you are in right hands. Snowdonia Snowdonia is stunning mountains and hills located in Gwynedd. It is over 3,000 feet high and…

If you’ve ever visited the Scottish Highlands, you would have enjoyed listening to Scottish music. The Highlands is one place to discover the best folk music of Scotland. Traditional Scottish music sees instruments such as bagpipes, border pipes and small pipes, piano accordion, cello and the grand piano. However, each region seems to bring some difference to Scottish music in general. The Orkney and Shetland Isles sing English songs and play the fiddle quite frequently. There is a strong influence of Norwegian music while the Hebrides and Highlands sing mostly…

The second largest of cities in Scotland is Glasgow. It is an industrial town and called Europe’s cultural capital. The city has a shipbuilding heritage with the River Clyde being its center point where ocean liners are being constructed. Glasgow is a thriving metropolis and a great shopping destination in Britain. There are many famous Glasgow tourist attractions, and this article will elaborate on a few. Glasgow Science Centre The Glasgow Science Centre, an exciting and dynamic attraction is in the city. You may be an expert or a novice;…

Northern Ireland is attractive to visitors. A remarkable culture and history, world class restaurants, fantastic shopping experience and the warmest of welcomes is synonymous with Northern Ireland. Explore the Northern Ireland tourist attractions when on holiday and you will not be disappointed. The Giant's Causeway The Giant Cause is a UNESCO world heritage site known for its basalt layered columns. Sixty million years ago a volcano erupted and caused polygonal shape features that have become the focus of natural beauty in Northern Ireland today. Three separate volcanic eruptions birthed the Upper,…

Britain has a vast and varied cuisine. Britain has a culinary reputation that is enviable. It is a well-known fact that some of the best chefs in the world hail from Great Britain. English cooking is not new and in the past English food was considered to be amongst the best worldwide. Traditional English cooking is substantial, that is a combination of pure and wholesome fare. The belief of having four meals a day is a longstanding tradition in Britain. A Brief History English cooking has been multicultural, where cooking…

The sovereigns’ official residence since 1837 is London Buckingham Palace. It is the Monarch's administrative headquarters. Buckingham Palace has also been used for official events and receptions by the Royalty. The general public can visit and view the Palace each year. The Palace in all its grandeur consists of 775 rooms. They contain 52 Royal bedrooms and visitor bedrooms. You will also find 92 offices and nineteen State rooms along side 188 staff bedrooms and 78 bathrooms. Working Palace In Britain, the centerpiece of legal monarchy continues to be the…

The National Gallery of Art London houses more than 2,000 paintings, considered to be one of the greatest collections there ever was. The art museum located in Trafalgar Square and the gallery founded in 1824. The paintings date from the 13th and the 19th century. The National Gallery is a non-departmental exempt charity with an art collection that belongs to the public of the country. Visitors can enter the gallery to view its paintings and exhibitions free of charge. The National Gallery is the fourth most visited gallery worldwide. Art…

One of the most well preserved and famous historic buildings in the world are the Tower of London. The following gives an insight into the history of the Tower of London. William I, also known as William the Conqueror, founded the Tower of London which was formerly called the White Tower, and later it transformed into a talking point, a tourist attraction in the country. Upon the victory of William I, he began to build a castle on the River Thames. The structure consisted of a simple enclosure of timber…

This article about Cambridge University founded in 1209 focuses on its history, location, entry standards, course flexibility, academic strengths, research standards, student facilities, sports and so much more. The University has an established reputation across the globe for world-class research and outstanding academic achievement. Located north of London, Cambridge University requires a minimum qualification of A*A*A* at A/L or equivalent. It is the most condition offer made by the University. Others on offer such as holistic assessments, applicants asked to sit for a test or submit written work. Other undergraduate…