VIDEO OF ENGLAND

The Victoria and Albert Museum


The Victoria and Albert Museum in London, also known as V & A museum is the largest in the world in the category of decorative arts are concerned. It is located precisely at the corner of Cromwell Gardens and Exhibition Road in South Kensington area called east deInglaterra.


This museum was created in 1852 under the name of South Kensington Museum (in Spanish Kensington Museum), and subsequently baptized with the name of Queen Victoria and her husband Albert in 1899.
It occupies a manufacturing area of 45,000 square meters and houses within 145 galleries, which serve as a source of resource and inspiration to design students because it contains the national collection of applied art. Among his greatest legacies is a sculpture of Donatello and glass paintings from the Middle Ages to the masters of painting such as Morgan or Leach.




Buckingham Palace


British monarch's official residence in the city of London, Buckingham Palace Buckinghamoriginariamente called House was a small hotel built in 1703 for the Duke of Buckingham, was acquired in 1762 by George III who became a private residence. Used to perform various ceremonies, state visits and tourism and a place of residence of Queen Elizabeth II, is the site from where the press releases of the Royal Family.


It was with the arrival of Queen Victoria of England, Buckingham Palace became the official residence of the monarchy and underwent reform during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Besides being the residence of the Queen and Philip Mountbatten (Duke of Edinburgh), working on the site over 450 people and annually held in place various parties, banquets and receptions for over 50,000 guests. Famous is the Changing of the Guard, which takes place daily in summer and some days during the winter. Even when you think otherwise, the palace is not owned by the Queen, both Windsor and Buckingham as art collections owned by the nation.
Stonehenge


Located near Amesbury in Wiltshire, just 13 kms. northwest of Salisbury, Stonehenge is an enigmatic Neolithic monument dating from the Bronze Age. Made up of four concentric circles made of stone, the outside (30 m. In diameter) with large stones rectangular sandstone of which only 4 remain on its original site. Inside this cículo there is another smaller blocks of bluish sandstone.


Within the latter is built in similar rocks, a shoe that contains within it, a slab of micaceous sandstone (the Altar). The entire monument is surrounded by a moat of 104 meters. in diameter containing 56 mass (Aubrey holes). Nearby you can see the so-called Stone of Sacrifice and the Stone front heel.
Its construction dates from 2500 and 2000 BC It is believed that originally was used to perform rituals and although the real purpose is unknown, is believed to be used for astronomical observations and even as a funerary monument.




The walls of York


If you get to know England, then you have to go to the walls of York, a structure that surrounds the city and apparently were built over 1900 years ago, it is believed, at the time of the Romans, who made the city strength, allowing today that they will appreciate in various parts of the city and its visitors learn more English history.


Hadrian's Wall


The Wall or Hadrian's Wall is a former defensive structure built between 122 and 132 by order of Emperor Hadrian as a defense of Great Britain to the attacks of the tribes of the Picts which threatened to reach the north.


Among the functions that met the wall, was to maintain the stability of the economy, physically demarcate the border of the empire, so as to maintain conditions of peace in the southern province of Roman Britain. Today you can still see some parts of the wall.
The limits reached the wall were about 117 km ranging from the Gulf of Solway in the west to the estuary of the Tyne in the east end. The materials making up the walls were blocks of stone (almost entirely) with a measure of 2 to 3 meters thick and 3 to 4 meters high. The structure had 80 forts and 14 heavy top also had a gap of 10 meters and a military road located on the southern side.
The wall was repaired and enlarged in the year 203 during the period of King Septimius Severus, to be finally abandoned during the year 383 beginning a stage robbery and theft of stones by the people for the construction of buildings, farms, etc.. Unesco declared as Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site in 1987.


Westminster Abbey


To the west of London (England) is one of the most striking structures in the city, this is the Westminster Abbey, a Benedictine building known as historical facts rather than to the English nation, from coronations to funerals.
The abbey has a majestic exterior design, where you can see some high arches, standing out for its design and shape of a cross to commemorate the death of Jesus Christ. It is one of the most visited churches worldwide, and their views have been increasing over the years, due to the shock generated by the appreciation of its interior and architectural art it holds.


The Regent's Park


Located in the northern part of London, Westminster and parts center in Camden is one of the royal parks called Regent's Park. This park has a circular shape, with an outer ring where you can travel by car, and an inner face, which is the most delicate part of the park-with the details and attractions of the place where once walked the Queen Mary.
In addition to site visits, is home to some people, there are houses that have a scruffy facade in keeping with the ambience of the park and were designed by John Nash, who also installed a very picturesque terraces around the park. Within the park facilities are also important as higher-level universities of London Business School and London and Europe, American and British university Webster and others.




New Forest


New Forest (in Spanish "New Forest") is a large natural area in southern England that houses green areas made up of forests, pastures and heaths typical of the area, covering the subdivisions of the southwest Hampshire and Wiltshire on the south side . Another major attraction in New Forest ponies are very traditional in the region and, together with vegetation, form a pleasant and natural ecological landscape.
The summit of the New Forest is located 125 meters above sea level and the highest point of the area is Piper's Wait, the total area of ​​space reaches the 571 km ². New Forest currently holds the rank of "natural park" since 2005 and is managed and run by the New Forest National Park Authority.


Tower Bridge




The Tower Bridge is a bascule bridge in the city of London, is very popular and is often portrayed in tourist postcards, owes its name to the closeness you have with the historic castle called Tower of London. Curiously, this bridge is often confused with elPuente of London, which is relatively close.




Tower Bridge


The Tower Bridge has its origin in the need to meet the demands of economic and commercial development and displacement of people in London, had to be drawbridge because, otherwise, obstruct the passage to the port of London. Thus, in 1876 it convened a public competition to solve the problem and the proposal of Horace Jones ended up being chosen, but not until after 1884.






London Eye


Definitely many people want to know the heart of England, the beautiful city of Londresy its tourist attractions, large gardens, palaces and other minute details. Among these attractions is one in particular, the famosaLondon Eye, or also known as Millennium Wheel.
Dubbed by many as the Eiffel Tower in Britain, this wheel is for many, a better way to learn and enjoy in all its glory a wonderful view of the city of London. It reaches a height of about 135 meters on the western end of Jubilee Gardens (Jubilee Gardens), in the famous South Bank of the Thames, located right next to County Hall and outside the offices of the Ministry of Defence in London.
The London Eye was opened on December 31, 1999, in a ceremony led by then British Prime Minister Tony Blair. It opened to the public until March the following year and to date has become attractive location for tourism in London.
It consists of 32 capsules that allow the entry of a group of people, their tour lasts nearly 30 minutes. From within each of the capsules can be seen a magnificent view of the city, from the famous River Thames and Buckingham Palace and the iconic Big Ben, Parliament and also the Church of St. Paul.
The London Eye is found in the famous Guinness Book of Records as the highest observation wheel in the world, which is believed will soon cease to be due to the construction of similar structures higher in other countries. Their presence in London has become one of the New Year celebration, performing a 10 minute show with fireworks.






Theatre West End (London)


The Theatre of the West End or West End Theatre is a popular term to describe a type of theater in London is consderado as a professional, high quality, along with Broadway is one of the best and másimportantes English-speaking theaters. Whatever the preference, mystery, musical comedies or thrillers, there you will find the hand of great actors and great writers.
Almost all the works have huge budgets and better actors. For tickets at lower costs, they can go to Leicester Square, unless it is very important musicals such as The Lion King. Most of the music offered in the far west are excellent. The theaters are open Monday through Saturday, closing its doors - most of them, on Sundays.


Wales


Wales is one of the four constituent nations of the United Kingdom, is located on the west side of the island of Great Britain, covering some 100 miles wide and 140 miles long; Wales is characterized by lakes, mountains and ancient legends. It is a very mountainous country, particularly in the north and center, owner of a large number of attractions, customs and language are highly valued by its residents and is also world famous for hosting the town that has the longest name around the world: "Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch."
There are three national parks must-see for travelers to Wales these are:
* The Brecom Bracoms
* The mountains of Snowdonia
* The cost of Prembokeshire and Eisteddfod.


The parks come to border fourth floor and are cared for as Welsh representatives within them are a wide range and variety of wildlife.
The geography of Wales have varied: while its central area is characterized by the large number of valleys and farms surrounded by beautiful hills, magnificent beaches as well as Cardigan Bay, the South stands out for its industrial past.
The nightlife is quite similar to that in England, varying from city to city, as in many parts of the world, in April 2007 went into effect banning smoking in public places like restaurants, pubs and offices. The cuisine is also very varied and some of his Welsh Rarebit are special (cheese toast), laver bread made from seaweed, cakes made with raisins and cawl (meat and vegetable soup).
Wales also provides and contributes to the music and entertainment, broadcasting many of their songs through big bands such as The Manic Street Preachers and Stereophonics among other important.
In addition to renowned actors of film and theater: Shirley Bassey or Tom Jones, Richard Burton, Anthony Hopkins and Catherine Zeta Jones and others.
It has two official languages, Welsh and English, taught in the first of them in schools and by speaking about one fifth of the people of Wales.


Chester


The city of Chester is located in the northwest of England, just on the border of Wales.
This city, which is crossed by the River Dee has a very peculiar detail due to the architecture of the buildings on main streets and monuments that can be found around town. Treated in exactly ruins of an ancient Roman camp built to protect farms Welshmen, which at that time were attacked by various tribes. While the average age suffered some transformations adding some entries, now preserved much of the original remains.




Cheltenham


Cheltenham is a spa town that is located in the county of Gloucestershire, near Cirencester in Gloucester and has a population of over 100,000 people who are called cheltonianos.
It is one of the most glamorous and wealthy that stands on the edge of the Cotswolds. After the year 1716 were discovered at the site of hot springs, has become the chosen destination for many tourists to vacation and relax. Hence its name: Cheltenham-spa, also crossed the river Chelt.






Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum


The Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum is the most traditional and the museum houses a large number of trophies, costumes, equipment and memorabilia from the greatest players to set foot on their court. The tour allows visitors to take a tour along the history of tennis through video and sound, exploring its evolution through various interactive activities, audio guide in 8 different languages ​​and touch screens and thus learn because Wimbledon is the title of world's most coveted tennis.
The tour includes a visit to the Championship Trophy room and a huge collection of tennis memorabilia since 1555 and until today, plus access to the 200 ° cinema with special effects and video clips and movies with more matches major championship. Something very new is the "ghost" of John McEnroe that travels with visitors. Different clothing used in the championships on display in their classrooms, such as shirt and pants style used by Raphael Nadal pirate in the Championship in 2005.
The tour also includes visits to restricted areas and sites to the public, accompanied by expert guides "Blue Badge" (Insignia Blue), what can be done individually or in groups and in several languages. Visits may be carried out daily before Easter until late October, except during periods that are played in the Championships, while in the winter season visits are limited to weekends.