Welcome to England!
Hello! Let’s go on a journey to England, a proud land of history, kings and queens, and enchanting landscapes!
About England
England is part of the United Kingdom and is known for its history and lively culture. It has beautiful places like rocky cliffs, sandy beaches, green valleys, and busy cities. England is famous for its royal family, landmarks like Big Ben, and its famous stories. A long time ago, England had the biggest empire in the world, so now people from all over the world live there.
England’s geography
England has many kinds of places, like the peaceful Lake District with pretty lakes and mountains, the rocky cliffs of Cornwall, and the quiet countryside of the Cotswolds. The country has historic towns and lively cities. London, the capital, is a very big, busy city with famous places like Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London.
What makes England super interesting
England is full of history and tradition. It has the famous Tower of London, where many gory royal stories happened. The royal family of England is also the royal family for Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Many famous children’s authors are from England, like Enid Blyton, who wrote ‘The Famous Five,’ and Roald Dahl, who wrote ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.’
Where people live
People in England live in a mix of old and new places, from ancient castles and cute villages to modern cities. Most people live in big cities like London, Manchester, and Birmingham, which are full of different cultures and new ideas.
Language
English is the main language spoken in England. People say “Hello,” “Thank you,” and “Goodbye.” English in England is spoken in lots of different accents – it can sound different in each part of the country.
Food
English food is tasty and has lots of different dishes. Traditional foods include fish and chips, meat pies, and Sunday roast, which is roasted meat, potatoes, and vegetables, normally eaten
with your family. English people love to drink tea, and you can have your afternoon tea in a china cup with sandwiches, scones, and cakes!
Interesting things to see and do
You can visit historic places like Stonehenge, one of the oldest monuments in the world, or visit the museums in London to see dinosaurs or learn about history and art. You can also take a boat ride on the River Thames or see the English countryside on a train trip. For a fun day out, there are theme parks like Alton Towers or the magical world of the Harry Potter Studios.
