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England is the largest country in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and borders Wales to the West and Scotland to the North. The English Channel and the North Sea separates England from Europe and the Irish Sea separates England from Ireland.

Starting with the Roman invasion in the 1st century, England has a long and rich history that includes a long line of kings and queens and numerous battles. Tourists to England will enjoy the wealth of historic places to visit that include The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's Cathedral, Stonehenge, Hadrian's Wall, and many prehistoric sights. Numerous cities of interest include London - the capital of England, steeped in history and offering an abundance of things to do; Bath, a World Heritage city - featuring the ancient Roman Baths and Royal Crescent; Oxford - famed for its university and the Bridge of Sighs; Cambridge - featuring many attractions and a world-famous university; Salisbury - with the breathtaking Salisbury Cathedral, Old Sarum Castle and Old Wardour Castle; Liverpool - now classed as a World Heritage city; York - with York Cathedral and Castle Howard; Leeds - featuring Harewood House; Brighton - including the Brighton Royal Pavilion and much more.

England has a wealth of accommodation to suit all travellers including budget lodging, travel lodges, bed and breakfast and luxury hotels. Places to visit in England are endless and there is something to suit everyone with blue flag beaches, national parks, theme parks, sporting venues, walking trails, museums, landmarks, monuments, festivals, carnivals and quality shopping, including the acclaimed Harrods department store in London.

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	World Guide to Bath, England Bath Information (Bath, England) Bath is one of England's most beautiful, elegant and historic cities, full of spectacular architecture and Georgian streets, and Roman Bath is actually classed as a World Heritage City.
	World Guide to Birmingham, England Birmingham is the second largest city in the United Kingdom and Birmingham has a population of more than one million. With many cutting-edge redevelopments and historic architecture, Birmingham has more miles of canals than Venice.
	World Guide to Blackpool, England Blackpool retains its popularity as one of the UK's leading beach resorts and competes favourably with many top budget destinations throughout Europe. Those coming to Blackpool can expect traditional seaside fun and fast roller coasters.
	World Guide to Bournemouth, England Bournemouth is best known for its spectacular golden beaches, which stretch for over 11 km / 7 miles along the seafront. The beaches, combined with sheltered, bathing waters, have always been a major tourist attraction in Bournemouth.
	World Guide to Brighton, England Brighton and Hove, on the south coast of England, is a the top seaside resorts in the UK and Brighton has recently appeared in the top ten UK cities. Attracting more than 8 million tourists each year, Brighton has a major conference centre.
	World Guide to Bristol, England Bristol is the largest and most lively city in the south-west of England and Bristol's waterside location, lined with historic buildings, tourist attractions, boats and restaurants make the Bristol quite unforgettable.
	World Guide to Cambridge, England The unique university city of Cambridge has attracts students for almost 800 years and Cambridge is a beautiful city in England. The River Cam runs through the centre of Cambridge and this is a popular place for Cambridge punting.
	World Guide to Canterbury, England Filled with history and incorporating plenty of 21st-century vitality, Canterbury may not be an especially large city, but is cram-packed with character. Central Canterbury is dominated by its towering cathedral, which is a good reference point.
	World Guide to Cheltenham, England An elegant and historic Regency town, Cheltenham came to prominence some 300 years ago, when its natural spring was first discovered. Today, the Cheltenham horse racing scene is amongst the town's leading attractions.
	World Guide to Coventry, England Coventry is not one of England's most attractive cities, but it does feature a surprising amount of Georgian architecture and medieval interest. Popular historical attractions in Coventry include the remains of the city walls and gateways.
	World Guide to Falmouth, England Far more than just a popular Cornish seaside resort, Falmouth contains large working docks, a natural harbour and a very youthful vibe. Visitors to Falmouth will find beaches, harbour cruises, sailing regattas, and a 16th-century fortress.
	World Guide to Frome, England The market town of Frome is full of historic and was founded by St. Aldhelm in 685 AD. Frome has always been a prosperous town and gained much wealth from the wool industry in the 17th century, when Frome was larger than nearby Bath.
	World Guide to Glastonbury, England A small and surprisingly well-known Somerset town, Glastonbury is famed for is Christian connections, spiritual legends and fascinating mythology. However, is it Glastonbury's Pop Festival that draws the biggest crowds each year.
	World Guide to the Isle of Wight, England The Isle of Wight is the perfect place for a relaxing break at any time of the year, and the Isle of Wight's extremely mild climate is well suited to outdoor activities. These include many golf courses, yachting regattas, and boat races.
	World Guide to Lake District, England The Lake District is made up of rolling Cumbrian countryside, beautiful mountains, glistening lakes and friendly historic towns. Many celebrities have called the Lake District their home, including Beatrix Potter and also William Wordsworth.
	World Guide to Leeds, England Located in the north of England, Leeds is considered to be the UK's favourite city. Leeds is full of exciting places to visit, things to do, and top shopping facilities. One of the most trendy places in Leeds is the restored waterfront area.
	World Guide to Liverpool, England Liverpool, now classed as a World Heritage city, is full of culture, excitement and an important maritime history. Famous for its Mersey waterfront and The Beatles, Liverpool has recently redeveloped many areas in central Liverpool.
	World Guide to London, England The cosmopolitan city of London is the capital of London and its very name suggests history and grandeur. It is the premier city in Europe in terms of size, population and wealth. What strikes visitors most about London is its sheer size.
	World Guide to Manchester, England Known as the capital of the north, Manchester is one of England's leading cities and Manchester was actually the world's first industrial city. Manchester has many architectural showpieces, including Manchester's new £150 million glass tower.
	World Guide to Newcastle, England Newcastle has recently been voted the UK's best short break destinations and Newcastle is considered one of the world's new cultural Meccas, with many attractions. Newcastle city has more listed buildings than any other UK city.
	World Guide to Newquay, England Due in no small part to its strong waves and perfect surfing conditions, tourism in Newquay is flourishing and this town is amongst Cornwall's most visited. Newquay is a perfect holiday resort for all ages, with many family friendly beaches.
	World Guide to Nottingham, England The city of Nottingham is a surprising city and tourists will discover a thriving fashion industry, some leading entertainment venues, clubs and a superb shopping scene. Nottingham is also extremely proud of its Robin Hood heritage.
	World Guide to Oxford, England The university city of Oxford is a beautiful, compact city, full of medieval gems, historic buildings and one of the world's most highly regarded universities. Oxford has many areas of green and a mixture of shops, bars and restaurants.
	World Guide to Penzance, England The town of Penzance is one of Cornwall's true treasures and is conveniently close to a seemingly endless supply of sandy beaches and waterfront attractions. Always worth visiting in the Penzance area is St. Michael's Mount and Land's End.
	World Guide to Plymouth, England Offering a rich maritime history and known for its association with Sir Francis Drake, Plymouth is Devon's largest city and resides in the south-westerly region of England. The Plymouth Hoe and the historic Barbican area are particular highlights.
	World Guide to Poole, England The medieval port of Poole is situated next to the sea and is full of tourist attractions and activities, such as the famous Poole Pottery. These tourist attractions also include Poole Harbour and the Sandbanks peninsula.
	World Guide to Salisbury, England Salisbury is the only city in Wiltshire and contains some of the most historic landmarks in England. These landmarks include Salisbury's renowned Stonehenge, on Salisbury Plain, and the vast Salisbury Cathedral.
	World Guide to Sheffield, England Still very much associated with the award-winning movie 'The Full Monty', Sheffield boasts everything from botanical gardens to leading sporting venues. Sheffield is actually England's fourth-largest city and contains no less than two universities.
	World Guide to Southampton, England Well known for its waterfront setting next to the Solent inlet, Southampton is a busy city with an interesting shipbuilding past. The shopping scene in Southampton is exceptional, particularly around the Bargate and West Quay areas.
	World Guide to St. Ives, England Known for its scenic harbour and golden sandy beaches, St. Ives is one of Cornwall's most popular seaside towns and soon fills up during the summer months. In recent years, the new Tate Gallery has brought much prosperity to St. Ives.
	World Guide to Stratford upon Avon, England Tourists heading for Stratford upon Avon should prepare themselves for a real treat. This colourful market town is filled with Shakespeare memorabilia, since it was in Stratford upon Avon where this famed Elizabethan playwright was born.
	World Guide to Truro, England With a historic Cornish tin mining past, Truro has become an important cathedral city and exudes and unmistakable elegance and charm. Truro comprises some exceptional Georgian buildings and stands next to the Allen and Kenwyn rivers.
	World Guide to Weston Super Mare, England A traditional seaside town close to Bristol, Weston Super Mare is a true tourist hot spot in the summer months, although is quite deserted out of season. Weston Super Mare's beach and pier are where the main attractions are gathered.
	World Guide to Weymouth, England A busy port in medieval times, Weymouth is sited on England's southerly coastline and this town has been popular with tourists since Victorian times. The Esplanade borders Weymouth's seafront and connects most places of interest.
	World Guide to York, England The Viking city of York is one of north-England's most compelling cities and is home to a wealth of culture and history. York's medieval streets are surrounded by the 13th-century York Walls. In York city centre lies the magnificent York Minster.

England Information / England Fast Facts

• Country: England
• Population: 51,000,000
• Capital city: London
• Language: English
• Area: 50,100 square miles / 130,000 square km
• Currency: pound sterling (GBP)
• Time zone: GMT / UTC and BST (British Summer Time), 5 hours from Eastern Standard Time
• Country dialing code: +44
• Religion: various religions, including Church of England and Roman Catholic