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The British, more than any other people in Europe, keep their traditions in all areas of their lives, starting with food and ending with clothes. Mandatory oatmeal for breakfast, no less mandatory Five o'clock Tea. Is it possible to imagine a real Englishman without these attributes?As you know, fashion in clothes changes at lightning speed, but not for the British. They are more conservative than anyone. In fashion, a strict, elegant English style is always relevant, the attributes of which are simplicity of cut, the absence of any unnecessary and small details.

Moreover, even in the middle of the 20th century, it was possible to meet employees in the business districts of London who came out, whether from the 19th century: a black jacket, narrow striped trousers, a high white collar, a bowler hat on his head and certainly in the hands of a black umbrella.Moreover, medieval clothing has come down to our days, which is worn on special occasions, for example, members of the royal family wear medieval clothes during the coronation.In the oldest English universities — Oxford and Cambridge — professors still wear square caps and black robes with a scarlet lining.The Royal Guard is also still dressed in 16th century clothes. Near Buckingham Palace, you can see the custom of changing the guard guard of guards in plaid skirts, white knee socks and certainly in high hats made of black fur.

Many people believe that in England they drink tea only at 5 o'clock. However, this is not the case.There is a tradition of evening tea drinking called High tea — "high tea".This is not just a time to relax with a cup of coffee, but a time for social events, sometimes even dancing.High society in the twentieth century goes to hotels for "high tea", because a large number of London hotels arrange tea ceremonies to this day. The time of "high tea" (high tea) can be at 8, 9, 10 or even at 11 pm.

Ancient ceremonies also accompany the annual opening of parliament sessions after the holidays. A procession in medieval costumes goes around the basements of buildings, after which she reports to the head of parliament that "no conspirators have been found." This rite originated in 1605, when Guy Fawkes and like-minded people wanted to blow up parliament. The British are very disciplined and always follow the accepted rules. They are a very positive people. Family is a cultural asset in the UK, they really like to spend time at home with their family. An evening with family is the best entertainment for an Englishman. There are always lots of family photos in a traditional English house.

Gardening in English culture

This is an integral part of the life of a true Brit. They put a lot of soul and energy into their favorite hobby, which is why the territories of their houses are always well-groomed and pleasing to the eye. The British provide special care not only to the garden, but also to pets. The British are proud of how they take care of our younger brothers and do not hesitate to pamper them with fashionable clothes or haircuts.

As for food, the traditions of England, like representatives of any other countries, have their own habits, signature dishes and features. The main meal for the British is breakfast. Often, it's bacon, scrambled eggs, toast and a cup of tea or coffee. The British are not fans of diversity in food, so they can easily eat the same thing for breakfast every day. Tea is something that is really worth highlighting in the British food culture. English traditions imply a lot of tea. By the way, it is believed that the British invented milk tea to change the taste characteristics of tea. In part, this is true, but mainly milk was added to the tea so that the drink cooled and the porcelain did not crack. 5 o'clock tea is a world-famous expression that came to us originally from England. Usually, it is drunk in the interval from 16:00 to 18:00 with small sandwiches at the same time. Tea for a Brit is not just a drink, it's a whole ritual. The culture of England is not represented without tea. Perhaps, in terms of tea drinking, it cost the British.The dinner is called "supper". In its components, it is very similar to lunch. Light snacks, nothing too heavy or harmful. "Fish and chips— is a traditional delicacy that can often be bought during football matches.

England is the country where the concepts of "true lady" and "true gentleman" originated. All residents of this country are very well-mannered people, which is determined by the main features of their character (restraint, equanimity, correctness, tolerance).Residents of Foggy Albion are quite prim and closed, the first feature in behavior is connected with this. It is not customary for the British to simply get to know each other, in such a simple matter for most of us, an intermediary must be present.

To say hello to a friend, greetings from the school curriculum "Hi!" and "Hello!" or, depending on the time of day, "Good morning!", "Good afternoon!" and "Good evening!" will be enough. Greeting close friends or good acquaintances, you can shorten greetings to "Morning!" and "Evening!" or use the informal "Hiya!" (a derivative of the two words hi and you).

In England, it is not customary to immediately start discussing business, before you should talk about the weather, news and other insignificant things. In no case should you complain or talk about your financial situation, family relationships and other personal topics. But showering the interlocutor with compliments, no one will be known as a flatterer in England.

For all its restraint and stiff upper lip ("hard upper lip"), which every Englishman is able to maintain in any situation, this nation has a sense of humor. They react adequately to jokes, no one will be offended if they were joked about.

Also, the British are never late, but they also do not arrive on time. This is another feature of etiquette and politeness. To say goodbye, a universal "Bye!" or a courteous "Have a good day!" (have a good day) will be enough.

There are quite a lot of holidays in the British calendar, during which life in the country literally freezes, shops and banks do not work. The first in importance among the population, of course, is Christmas, which is celebrated on December 25. Its obligatory attributes are a Christmas tree, wreaths of mistletoe and holly, a Christmas turkey and pudding on the table.

The day following Christmas is also a day off. On this day, it is customary to visit relatives and give them gifts, as well as congratulate those who work on this day (utility workers and postmen).

Easter in Britain is celebrated as in Russia: attend church services (even those who don't go there on other days), paint eggs and exchange them. After Easter comes Memorial Monday, which is also a day off.

Residents of Foggy Albion celebrate spring on May 1, arranging nature outings on this day with mass festivities, during which they choose the May queen. She is crowned with a wreath of spring flowers.

Skeletons, ghosts and witches walk the streets of British cities on October 31, because Halloween is celebrated on this day. The traditions of this holiday include not only scary costumes, but also begging for sweets from friends and neighbors, decorating the house with pumpkin-carved lanterns.

The most noisy holiday in the UK is celebrated on November 5. Is it Guy Fawkes Day or Night.

The traditions and customs of Great Britain concerning marriages and wedding celebrations have changed in some ways in favor of the modern rhythm of life, and some are unbreakably observed.

According to an old wedding custom, the bride should have something new, something old, borrowed, a blue thing and a 6-penny coin in a shoe. A coin is a pledge of a comfortable life in marriage, a blue garter, for example– is a symbol of loyalty and hope for a happy future, an old thing from a happily married woman will become a pledge of the same family life.

The statement that marriages are made in heaven was the impetus for a new tradition to celebrate a wedding on the London Ferris Wheel in a specially equipped booth that accommodates up to 20 guests. As soon as the cabin rises to the highest point, the marriage is considered perfect.

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https://touristam.com/traditsii-i-obychai-velikobritanii.html

https://shkolnaiapora.ru/geografiya/velikobritaniya/tradicii-i-obychai-velikobritanii.html

https://www.englishdom.com/blog/anglijskie-tradicii-kultura-velikobritanii/

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