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England: Island Nation & Cultural Riches

Discover the history and culture of England, the largest country in Great Britain and a part of the UK. Explore its national symbols, key facts, language, anthem, and famous attractions. Learn about its diverse religions and breathtaking landscapes.

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England: Island Nation & Cultural Riches

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  1. Map 2 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  2. ENGLAND • An island country • Part of the UK • The largest country in Great Britain and the UK EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  3. Motto • Dieu et mon Droit(French for ‘God and my right’). EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  4. National flag • Red cross on a white background. The emblem of St. George. 5 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  5. Patron Saint Saint George was, according to tradition, a Roman soldier Celebrated on 23rd April – England’s national day 6 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  6. ENGLAND: country facts Area: 129,720 sq km 50,085 sq miles Population: 52,234,000 (2012) Nationality: English and British Currency: Pound Sterling (GBP) 7 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  7. Official language • The English language is a West Germanic language,originating from England. • Over fifty percent of the English language is derived from Latin • English is the third most common "first" language (native speakers), with around 402 million people in 2002. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  8. Anthem: God Save the Queen • God save our gracious QueenLong live our noble QueenGod save the QueenSend her victoriousHappy and gloriousLong to reign over us... 9 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  9. CAPITAL CITY: LONDON 10 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  10. Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Sheffield MAJOR CITIES 11 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  11. 12 Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  12. Church of England, Catholic, Methodist, Muslim, Jewish, Sikh and Hindu Main religions 13 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  13. the flower was adopted as England's emblem since the time of the Wars of the Roses – civil wars (1455-1485) between the royal house of Lancaster (whose emblem was a red rose) and the royal house of York (whose emblem was a white rose). National flower: ROSE 14 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  14. National animal: LION 15 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  15. National sport: CRICKET 16 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  16. Scafell Pike 978 m (3210 ft) Highest point 17 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  17. The Fens4.6 m (15 ft) below sea level Lowest point: 18 EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  18. Longest river: • THE THAMES 346 km (The longest river in the UK is the Severn, at 220 miles (354 km), but its source is in the mountains of Wales, and the parts which run through England are shorter than the Thames. ) EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  19. Largest lake Windermere 14.7 sq km EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  20. Highest waterfall Cautley Spout 175 m EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  21. Queen Elizabeth II • Prime Minister David Cameron EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  22. England’s Parliament • the House of Commons • the House of Lords. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  23. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND • Big Ben– the nickname for the great bell of the clock. • The tower is 315 ft (96 m) high, designed in gothic style. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  24. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND • London Eye– the tallest Ferris wheel in Europe on the banks ofthe river Thames in London(135m or 443ft tall). EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  25. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND • Westminster Abbey – a large gothic church. It is the traditionalplace of coronation and burial site for British monarchs of the Commonwealth realms. Many royal weddings are held here. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  26. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND • Westminster Cathedral – the most important Roman Catholic church in Britain EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  27. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND • St Paul's Cathedral is a Church of England cathedral and seat of the bishop of London  EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  28. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND Buckingham Palace the Queen lives here. When the Queen is in residence, there are four Foot Guards at the front of the building. When she is away, there are two. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  29. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND • Queen Victoria Memorial - in front of the Buckingham Palace EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  30. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND • Madame Tussauds a Wax Museum in London EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  31. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND • Trafalgar Square– situated in the heart of London. You can see two fountains, four lions and the statue of Admiral Nelson. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  32. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND • The Tower of London - an old castle. It was a prison once, but now a museum. Here you can see the Crown Jewels. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  33. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND • Tower Bridge - is a bridge in London, over the River Thames. It is close to the Tower of London, from which it takes its name. • an iconic symbol of London. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  34. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND • Covent Garden - known for its many open-air cafes, restaurants, pubs, market stalls and shops. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  35. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND London Aquarium the largest aquarium in London EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  36. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND The National Gallery an art museum on Trafalgar Square. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  37. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND The National Portrait Gallery • founded in 1856 • contains a vast collection of portraits of famous British men and women. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  38. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND The Natural History Museum • five main collections: Botany, Entomology, Mineralogy, Pelaeontology and Zoology. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  39. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND British Museum dedicated to human history and culture. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  40. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND Victoria and Albert Museum • founded in 1852, named after Prince Albert and Queen Victoria • the world's largest museum of decorative arts and deisgn. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  41. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND The Tate Britain art gallery housing the UK's collection of Britishart from 1500 to the present day. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  42. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND The Tate Modern a modern art gallery EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  43. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND Windsor Castlea medieval castle  and royal residencein Windsor EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  44. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND Shakespeare's Globe Theatre EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  45. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND The Guards Museum a military museum close to Buckingham Palace  EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  46. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND Piccadilly Circus • one of the London's busiest road junctions • popular because of the many theatres, shops and restaurants in the vicinity. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  47. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND Stonehenge a prehistoric stone monument EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  48. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND London Zoo the world's oldest scientific zoo. EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

  49. ATTRACTIONS IN ENGLAND Harrods the world's most famous luxury department store EnglandFree powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com

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