Monday, July 9, 2007

Heritage
Though it pre-dates the existence of England as a nation, Stonehenge is believed by many English people to hold an iconic place in the culture of England. Other built structures like cathedrals and parish churches are associated with a sense of Englishness. The English country house and the lifestyle associated for centuries with an élite minority now forms an interest among many people in England as typified by visits to properties managed by English Heritage or the National Trust.

Landscape gardening as developed by Capability Brown set an international trend for the English garden. Gardening and visiting gardens are also a facet of the culture of England for many people. In many places, people gather for festials in May to celebrate "the awakening of the flowers".

* Historic houses in England
* English Heritage Properties in England
* List of National Trust properties in England

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