Visit England and discover a country of great contrast and diversity both in the places you go to and in the people you meet. All the regions of England are within easy reach of the exciting capital city, London, famed for first class culture, fascinating history and pageantry, its world-class restaurants and theatre. Here is an overview some typical things to do throughout the year. January 25, Scotland Burns Night; eat haggis and neeps in honour of Scotland's most famous poet, Robert (Rabbie) Burns. May 26-28, Exeter, Devon Bishopstock; Britain's premier blues festival in the grounds of the mock gothic Bishop's Court Palace. May 26-June 4 2001, Hay on Wye, Wales The UK town with the most second-hand bookshops hosts this popular literary festival. May-June, Scottish Highlands Watch men in kilts toss the caber at the annual Highland Games. June 21, Salisbury plain Druids and hippies congregate at Stonehenge to celebrate the Summer solstice. June-July, London Wimbledon tennis tournament; eat overpriced strawberries and cream in the rain at the south London tennis club, accompanied by some of the finest lawn tennis in the world. July 20-September 15 2001, London Henry Wood Promenade concert (the Proms); queue on the day to buy standing-room tickets for top class classical concerts. August, Edinburgh Edinburgh Festivals - both the International and the Fringe festivals attract big names as the city comes alive with music, dance, theatre and comedy. Last weekend in August, London Notting Hill Carnival - floats, costumes, music, dancing and goat curry in the now upmarket but still funky quarter of London. October 27-November 9, Swansea, Wales Festival celebrating the life and work of Dylan Thomas. December 31, throughout Scotland Hogmanay (New Year) is celebrated with much gusto; celebrations in Edinburgh are the most popular with processions, parties and even swimming in the river.The traditional London of Beefeaters and Buckingham Palace is alive and well, but its had to make way for experimental theater, chic restaurants, and techno beats. Today, lesser-known London gems like Spitalfields Market and trendy Clerkenwell compliment established tourist highlights such as Westminster Abbey, Harrods, and Big Ben. Sure, the weather can still be dreary, and traffic is still a nightmare. But if there were ever a time to see whatís doing in London, now is it. The globe in Southwark is a great place to spend an afternoon and evening. Shakespeare is intrinsically linked to English culture, and anyone who appreciates the Bard's massive body of works shouldn't miss this celebration of his contributions. The Globe, where many of his plays were originally performed to packed houses, burned in 1613 during a performance of "Henry VIII." It was recently rebuilt on the same site and is faithful to the original in style and dimensions. Productions mimic those of that era, without modern trappings, and guided tours of the facility are informative and filled with fascinating stories. An excellent restaurant on the premises makes the Globe an ideal place to spend an afternoon and evening.
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