The United Kingdom
By: Akanksha Mehta, 1st Period
Travel to The United Kingdom
Shepherd's Pie
This is Shepherd's Pie. This popular British dish is a meat pie in a crust of mashed potatoes.
Big Ben
Big Ben Tower is one of the most popular sights in the U.K.. Located in England Big Ben is the nickname given to the tower, clock and bell. But its original name is The Great Bell.
British Pullman
This exclusive train ride allows passengers to relax on a scenic journey with a five course meal.
Food In The U.K.
Currency
The currency used in the U.K. is the British pound which is equal to about 1.58 US dollars. This is unique because most countries in Europe use the Euro.
Talk In The U.K.
Government
England has no recorded constitution. The laws are made by the legislature and even though they have a Queen she has no political power, which results in a constitutional monarchy. But Scotland, Wales and Ireland set up their own limited governments in 1999.
Cites
Orient Express British Pullman Trip
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tipsfortravellers/5440815113/sizes/m/in/photostream/
"Big Ben." - UK Parliament. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2013.
Unkown. "Day Trips." Experience Gifts. N.p., n.d. Web. 27 Jan. 2013.
Big Ben
http://www.flickr.com/photos/emphasis/279715324/
Shepherd's Pie
http://www.flickr.com/photos/4th_time/5817408022/sizes/m/in/photostream/
"United Kingdom." CultureGrams Online Edition. ProQuest, 2013. Web. 27 Jan 2013.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/59937401@N07/5474783354/sizes/m/in/photostream/