Слайд 1The land and the people of the United Kingdom of Great
Britain and Northern Ireland
Слайд 3Map of England within the United Kingdom
England is the largest area
within the United Kingdom. (see the map) Most of England comprises the central and southern part of the island of Great Britain in the North Atlantic. The country also includes over 100 smaller islands such as the Isles of Scilly and the Isle of Wight.
Слайд 4The flag of England
(the Cross of Saint George – the
patron saint of England)
The flag of the England is known as “the Cross of Saint George” – the patron saint of England. Its history dates back to 1277.
Слайд 5The Royal Coat of Arms of England
The Coat of Arms of
England features three golden lions against the red background. The Royal Coat of Arms of England, dates back to its adoption by Richard the Lion-hearted from 1198–1340. It is one of the most prominent symbols of England.
Слайд 6London, the capital of England (of Great Britain and of the
United Kingdom) lies in the mouth of the river Thames.
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The City of London skyline from London City Hall
The City of
London is the world's largest financial, industrial and cultural centre.
Слайд 8The Houses of Parliament (Palace of Westminster)
It is the seat of
Parliament of the United Kingdom
Слайд 9Palace of Westminster at sunset
It’s one of the most beautiful cities
in the world attracting thousands of tourists.
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Big industrial cities in Britain
The biggest industrial cities of England are
Manchester, Liverpool Birmingham.
Слайд 11Birmingham, England
Nowadays Birmingham is the second populous British city.
Слайд 12In the 16th century, thanks to supplies of iron ore and
coal metalworking industries became established. By the time of the English Civil War in the 17th century, Birmingham had become an important manufacturing town.
Слайд 13During the Industrial Revolution (from the mid-18th century onwards), Birmingham grew
rapidly into a major industrial centre of metallurgy.
Слайд 14Birmingham in 1886
Birmingham was granted city status in 1889 by Queen
Victoria.
Слайд 15The Jaguar XF, made by “Jaguar Cars”
Despite the decline of manufacturing
in the city several significant industrial plants remain, including Jaguar Cars in Castle Bromwich
Слайд 16and Cadbury Chocolate factory known all over the world.
Слайд 17Manchester, England
Manchester is a major city in the UK located within
the county of Lancashire with a population about 440 thousand people.
Слайд 18Manchester city centre from the Beetham Tower at night
Manchester is considered
the capital of northern England. It is the third-most visited city in the United Kingdom by foreign visitors and the most visited in England outside London.
Слайд 19Manchester Town Hall, seat of local governance, an example of Victorian
era Gothic revival architecture
The settlement of Manchester (lat. Mamucium) began in Roman times but as a city Manchester is relatively new.
Слайд 20Cotton mills in Birmingham outskirts (about 1820)
Manchester was at the forefront
of the 19th century Industrial Revolution, and was a leading centre for textile manufacture. The city's massive cotton industry brought to its growth and flowering.
Слайд 21Manchester was nicknamed “Cottonopolis” where “King Cotton” ruled. Even today, Manchester
is marked by its many surviving warehouses and mills.
Слайд 22The Bridgewater Canal, Britain’s first wholly artificial waterway, was opened in
1761, bringing coal from mines to central Manchester.
Слайд 23The former Central Station is now turned into a a great
exposition and convention center
Manchester was the site of the world’s first railway station.
Слайд 24University of Manchester building
It was in Manchester that scientists first split
the atom and developed the first programmable computer.
Слайд 25The Opera House, one of Manchester's largest theatre venues
Manchester is known
for its theatres and concert halls.
Слайд 26The City of Manchester Stadium, home of Manchester City F.C.
Manchester is
proud of its football fields and
Слайд 27Old Trafford Stadium, the home of Manchester United F.C
Manchester United is
an English professional football club, based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, that plays in the Premier League. It is one of the wealthiest and most widely supported football teams in the world.
Слайд 28Liverpool city centre viewed from Liverpool Cathedral, with the new financial
district and historic waterfront on the left
Liverpool is 800 years old. It is the fourth largest city in the United Kingdom (third largest in England) and has a population of 435,5 thousand people.
Слайд 29Oriel Chambers, the first 'modern' building in the world
In 1851 the
city was described as “the New York of Europe” and its buildings stand witness to the supreme ambition of the city at the turn of the 20th century.
Слайд 30Ships in line at the Port of Liverpool's Royal Seaforth Container
Terminal
Liverpool is a major port of the United Kingdom.
Слайд 31Cruise Ship Crystal Serenity off Liverpool’s Pier Head
By the early 19th
century 40% of the world's trade passed through Liverpool's docks.
Слайд 32Liverpool was the birthplace of the Beatles. The popularity of The
Beatles contributes to Liverpool’s status as a tourist destination. Tourism is an important component of Liverpool's economy.
Слайд 33Morris dancing in the grounds of Wells Cathedral, Wells, England
England is
rich in traditions and folklore. Have a look at the dancers performing in national costumes!
Слайд 34Tudor Rose (Double Delight) England’s national floral emblem
England’s national floral emblem
is Tudor Rose (“Double Delight”).