Great Britain today is one of the most successful, economically developed European countries. The history of the country goes back centuries, for many years it has strengthened its power. England is a beauty in light and lush clothes made of fog. Its boundaries are blurred, haze almost constantly envelops the earth, and as soon as it is scattered, sunlight illuminates everything around. The country is fraught with many mysteries, unusual nature, culture, ancient history attract not only tourists, but also historians, archaeologists.
Where did the name Misty Albion come from ?
What is this name - Great Britain? Why is Britain considered Great? The thing is that it is the largest island in Europe in size. It used to be part of the continent, but then separated from Eurasia by the English Channel. Misty Albion - what is it, where does this name come from? This is the question most curious travelers ask. Albion is an ancient name for the British Isles. The word is of Celtic origin. Under this name, modern England was known to the ancient Greeks. In Celtic, the word "albus" meant "mountains", but translated from Latin - "white". What does the prefix “foggy” mean? Everything is very simple - the sea is constantly enveloped in sea fog. It is so thick that it completely paralyzes the traffic, and people are even afraid to take a step so as not to get lost in the familiar streets. The blind, accustomed to navigate in the dark, offer their services to the sighted, accompanying them to the desired place. Dense fogs in England are not uncommon, it is a visiting card of the country, therefore their description is found in many works of British writers.
Bit of history
It is known that during the time of Julius Caesar, it was inhabited by the Celtic tribes Misty Albion. This is confirmed by the chronicles of the Roman Empire, preserved to this day, in documents these peoples are called Britons. The territory of England for many centuries was attacked by other European countries, but still managed to survive and create a powerful monarchy. The history of Misty Albion is divided into such periods:
- Tudorovsky (1485-1604 gg.). At this time, the heyday of culture, an active political position on the map of Europe, economic reforms, the formation of absolutism.
- Elizabethan (XVI-XVII centuries). The heyday of theater, music, poetry, the discovery of new lands.
- Jacobian (1605-1625 gg.). The formation of the colonial system.
- Karolinsky (1625-1642 gg.). Church Reforms.
- Civil wars, revolutions (1642-1688 gg.).
- Education of Great Britain (1688-1714). During this period, Misty Albion changed its name. What kind of country this was was known throughout Europe and far beyond its borders.
- The Georgian era (1714-1811).
- Regency (1811-1830).
- Victorian period (1837-1901). Change in social and political systems.
- Edwardian period (1901-1910 gg.). The opening of the Olympic Games.
The main attractions
A lot of interesting places are located in England. Stonehenge - this is one of the most mysterious buildings, which has a foggy Albion. What is it and when it was built, no one knows for sure. There is a legend that this observatory was built by Merlin himself, the great magician who lived before the first flood. Travelers are also interested in Westminster Abbey and Palace, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower, Windsor Castle , etc.
Modern england
Today it is one of the most successful European countries. England consists of 48 ceremonial counties and 9 regions. The dualistic monarchy is still preserved here . The king or queen has wide powers, although their power is limited by the constitution. The government of Misty Albion is led by the prime minister.