英国城市冷知识(英国城市名合集)

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e are some cold facts about different cities in the United Kingdom that might surprise you.
1. London: - London is home to the oldest metro system in the world, which opened in 186
3. - The famous underground map of London is not geographically accurate, but it's much easier to read and use than a true map would be. - London has the highest concentration of languages spoken in any city in the world, with over 300 different languages. - The original London Bridge was sold to an American businessman in 1968 and rebuilt in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. - The name "Big Ben" actually refers to the bell inside the clock tower, not the tower itself.
2. Liverpool: - Liverpool was once the second busiest port in the world, after New York. - The Beatles played over 300 concerts at the Cavern Club in Liverpool from 1961 to 196
3. - Liverpool is home to the oldest Chinese community in Europe, with a history dating back to the 1830s. - The Liver Building, one of Liverpool's most iconic buildings, was once the tallest building in Europe. - Liverpool has more museums and galleries than any other city in the UK outside of London.
3. Edinburgh: - Edinburgh is home to the world's oldest annual international arts festival, which started in 194
7. - The Royal Mile, Edinburgh's famous main street, is actually just over a mile long. - Edinburgh has the highest percentage of listed buildings in the UK, with over 4,500 buildings protected. - The famous Edinburgh Castle has been besieged, captured, and retaken 26 times in its history. - The world's first fire brigade was established in Edinburgh in 182
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4. Manchester: - Manchester has the largest student population in Europe, with over 100,000 students. - The first recorded railway station in the world was in Manchester, opening in 1830. - Manchester's famous Cottonopolis nickname dates back to the Industrial Revolution when the city was the world's leading cotton producer. - The first passenger flight in England took off from Manchester in 1910, carrying one passenger for a fee of £50. - Manchester's Piccadilly Gardens used to be a graveyard before it was turned into a public park in the 19th century.
5. Glasgow: - Glasgow was once the second city of the British Empire after London. - The world's first international football match was played in Glasgow in 1872 between Scotland and England. - The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in Glasgow has the world's largest collection of Salvador Dali's works. - The Glasgow Underground, or the "Clockwork Orange" as it's known locally, is the third oldest underground in the world after London and Budapest. - Glasgow's nickname of "Dear Green Place" comes from the fact that over 90 parks and gardens can be found within the city. In conclusion, these are just some of the many interesting facts about these cities and the UK as a whole. There is always more to learn and discover, so the next time you visit one of these cities, keep an eye out for these lesser-known facts and quirks!