My Padlet about BRITAIN by Thư Phan https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms The British love permanence more than they love beauty. en-us 2023-02-19 09:49:25 UTC 2026-01-18 17:46:25 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f1ec-1f1e7.png Britain _ My next destination! ✈️✈️ phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2519566088 I had a chance to travel to several Asian countries, including: Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia... Now, Europe, particularly Britain, is where I want to travel to next. One of my closest friends there, John, had encouraged me to travel to his beautiful nation. He said that I would have many wonderful memories of the people, landscape, and culture of Britain. 

John also shared with me some of the photographs he had shot while visiting Britain and shared further stories about this lovely country. That stirs my interest and inspires me to arrange a trip here with my camera.

Before reaching Britain, the plane had taken off, and I had gotten to a sleep. I cannot wait to see the first day in that new country!🌟]]> 2023-03-16 15:08:58 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2519566088 First day in Britain🌞 phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520309183 I arrive in London, England first. With a population of just under 9 million, it serves as both the capital and the largest city of both England and the United Kingdom. I made the decision to start my first day at the British Museum. Despite the lack of a major event this season, there were a lot of people gathered into the location.

When I entered the museum, the atmosphere was calm and the surroundings were wonderful. Light music is played in this spacious, all-white museum to help visitors relax. I love it!

I took a huge amount of photos throughout the museum, but the one up top left me with the best impression: Myron's The Discobolus. It is an Ancient Greek sculpture that was finished between 460 and 450 BC, during the beginning of the Classical era.The moment thus captured in the statue is an example of rhythmos, harmony and balance. Myron is often credited with being the first sculptor to master this style. Myron represents the body at the moment of its maximum tension and splendor. The body torsion is vigorous and, at the same time, harmonious and delicate. 

After leaving the museum with lots of stunning pictures in my camera, I moved to another place. Can you guess where it is ? 😙]]> 2023-03-17 02:56:51 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520309183 Animals on the street in London🐱 phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520330247 You are accurate. I took this picture on Ayres Street while enjoying an ice cream cone at a local establishment. I hesitated for a second when I first noticed the fox before going  to ask the shop owner further information.

Lizzie is one of the "known customers" on this street, and everyone is quite concerned about keeping the fox safe. She has a little child and frequently strolls down the street in the late afternoon. Fox will also "sit" if sausages are provided.

When I realized that, I made an effort to feed her a sausage. She grabbed her food and immediately fled away, perhaps terrified of people. It's a very exciting and thrilling experience to discover what makes London's streets unique!🤪]]> 2023-03-17 03:16:03 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520330247 A chilly evening_ St Paul's Cathedral⛪️ phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520352311 I took short walk from the Tower of London and The Shard on the other side of the Thames, St Paul’s Cathedral is easy to get to using public transport and chose to travel by bus. I was immediately taken aback by the atmosphere within the cathedral as soon as I arrived. Tourists are drawn to the sight by its age and mystique.

I adore this place's Whispering Gallery. One of St. Paul's treasures is the Whispering Gallery, which wraps around the Dome and is 100 feet high. I had to walk 259 stairs to get there, but they are well worth it.

The gallery is renowned for its exceptional acoustics. No matter where they are in the museum, I could hear someone whispering. Its gallery's stunning vistas of the entire nave below and the superb paintings by Thornhill are also highlights. My efforts was rewarded by breathtaking panoramas in the Golden Gallery and the Stone Gallery on the outside of the Dome. That's awesome!

]]> 2023-03-17 03:39:03 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520352311 New morning_ Tower Bridge🌉 phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520381995 After leaving the hotel and having a cup of coffee to start my second day in Britain, I went to Tower Bridge, which was the next major tourist destination.

Tower Bridge is a well-known sight in London, even among millions of people who have never been there (like me!😁). It links the Tower of London and the Bermondsey neighborhood in the south. Every day, visitors to the Hyde Park hotels and other tourists are drawn to this stunning bridge, which was built in the Victorian era and has a fascinating history.

Tower Bridge, with its lovely blue and white finish and Gothic Revival design that is reminiscent of many of London's most recognizable buildings, is now one of the most striking architectural achievements in contemporary history.

My father responded to the lovely photo I sent him with the icon "☕️😇" and the wish that we may have coffee together in London the next time.]]> 2023-03-17 04:17:58 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520381995 Great Clock of Westminster💙 phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520409580 The weather is lovely!🥰 Finally, I was set foot to Big Ben (one of the British icons). This is a well-known and fantastic project that British people have long taken great pride in the Big Ben clock tower. 

Although Big Ben is not yet the largest watch in the world, it is an antique with four faces. I've seen a lot in movies, but I've only recently had the chance to actually experience it for myself.

The landmark and the parliament building, on the other hand, were destroyed and blown to a hundred pieces in V for Vendetta. It is a symbolic image for the rise of the main character V and the masses to the dictatorial rule of the government in a fictional future built in the film. It's hard to forget this memorable moment.😍 

]]> 2023-03-17 04:50:18 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520409580 Rock music in London🤪🤘 phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520423829 From jazz, opera, and classical music to rock, pop, and dance, London has a thriving music culture. A wide variety of renowned live music venues, jazz clubs, storied concert halls, and hip nightclubs can be found all around London. John, my closest friend, invited me to MOTH club in order to help me to take in the vibrant atmosphere of London.

In the evocative setting of the MOTH Club, which stands for "Memorable Order of Tin Hats," indie rock bands energize the audience while performing beneath a glistening gold roof. The walls still display the original artwork, and a few booths line one side of the compact dance floor.

After that, a youngster took the stage and sang a blazing rock song with a very quick tempo. The audience cheered and got up to dance in the incredibly upbeat environment and active.

Although I'm not a huge rock music listener, following this visit I'm more intrigued by the exciting and appealing music of this young generation.😆😆]]> 2023-03-17 05:05:28 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520423829 London Foods You Must Try!🥘 phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520458418 Today, I'd like to tell you more about several foods from London that you really must sample during your first visit.

1. The Whole Breakfast: Sometimes known as the "Full English Breakfast" to make it sound more impressive. Bacon, eggs, sausages, black pudding, tomatoes, and bread make up this well-rounded breakfast. It's typically consumed with tea or coffee to help me get my day started on the right foot. (How am I supposed to forget the coffee?)

2. Bangers & Mash: I suppose I can pick a favorite, however this might be my favorite dish to eat in London. This time-honored London dish, served with mashed potatoes, bangers and mash, a dish popular in Great Britain and Ireland. If you find yourself stuck in a London rain, it's absolutely a smart idea to warm up and refuel.

3. Afternoon Tea: Afternoon Tea: It refers to ‘teatime’, an old-fashioned meal eaten in the late afternoon or early evening. This light meal consists of tea, cakes, biscuits, several pastries, bread and jam, and sometimes, sandwiches. I had already spent a few lazy hours enjoying pots of tea, finger sandwiches and dainty cakes with John.

4. Cockles: Cooked and seasoned with white pepper and malt vinegar, cockles are a delicious seafood. It is a well-liked street food that was formerly only available in East London. When I went shopping in London, I'm sure I saw them at Waitrose. You should sample this distinctive London dish if you enjoy shellfish.

5. Sticky Toffee Pudding: One of my favorites from the UK. Put this in your mouth: sticky toffee pudding is a moist sponge cake baked with chopped dates that is covered in a buttery, creamy toffee sauce. It is typically served with vanilla custard or ice cream. If you have a sweet tooth, you should absolutely try it because it is delicious.]]> 2023-03-17 05:45:55 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520458418 Welcome to Scotland! 👋 phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520924305 "The Scots proud to call Scotland their home and even prouder of the exclusive experiences they can offer you from their glorious nation", John said to me. 

Scotland is a wonderful nation. Its history, culture, and spectacular landscapes are rightfully admired on a global scale. The highlands, lochs, tartan, castles, and whiskey have all long attracted the attention of tourists from throughout the world.

So I had made this a 2-in-1 experience when deciding to take the steam train that goes over the recognizable viaduct. As any Harry Potter fan will know, the only way for pupils to arrive (legally!) at Hogwarts is by taking the Hogwarts Express from Platform 9 3/4 at London’s Kings Cross Station.  
The Hogwarts Express is a real train, called the Jacobite Steam Train and takes passengers north, to the west coast of Scotland. They filmed the exterior and interiors of the train, as well as the dauntingly beautiful scenery along the route.

I was unable to take my eyes off the spectacular and magnificent natural surroundings when I was sitting on the steam train. A very happy and tranquil mood is created by the whistle of the train and the sounds of passengers conversing. This excursion is fantastic and well worth my money.

]]> 2023-03-17 13:43:07 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520924305 Witch and Scotland (part 1)🧙‍♀️ phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520961796 I cannot help but miss Diagon Alley, one of the well-known places that Harry Potter' s characters frequented during their first year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, as a big fan of the Harry Potter books. 

It is a wonderful, unusual, and vibrant curving street. There are many rickety old buildings and shops selling great things along the street. Similarly to their magical counterparts, Gringotts and Flourish & Blott's, Victoria Street once had a Royal Bank of Scotland and a stationery store at around the same locations.

In order to preserve the special memories of the Harry Potter children's books, I spent a lot of time walking and snapping pictures of the shops along the road. A wand, a loose robe, and books on Hogwarts-related topics were among the souvenirs I purchased from the several "witch-only" shops I visited. I think I'm about to turn into a witch!🧙‍♀️]]> 2023-03-17 14:11:13 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520961796 Witch and Scotland (part 2)🧙‍♂️ phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520985530 The filmmakers created Hogwarts Castle on-screen using some serious technical magic to blend shots taken at various historic buildings.

Harry and his fellow students learned to fly broomsticks with Madam Hooch in the courtyards here, and it's also where Harry mastered the rules of Quidditch and played his first game, and memorably where Harry and Ron crash-landed the Weasley's flying car!  Hogwarts students and staff were regularly seen going about their activities in the castle grounds, or walking through the Lion Arch out of Hogwarts towards Hagrid's cabin and the Forbidden Forest.  

This is one of the most iconic Harry Potter filming locations, and not only can I visit the castle but I can take broomstick flying lessons for myself! The broom gradually rises and glides as though it were actually flying in the sky. The opportunity to experience life as a wizard at Hogwarts has been a lot of pleasure. That was awesome! 😆😆]]> 2023-03-17 14:29:11 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520985530 Who want to try some drinks and desserts from the Harry Potter films ? 🙋‍♀️ phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520994776 Enjoying afternoon tea is a must when visiting the UK.  So I decided to enjoy this British past-time on a bus, touring the streets of Edinburgh at many of the spots that inspired JK Rowling.

As well as enjoying drinks and desserts from the Harry Potter films, including Butter Bear, chocolate frogs, and other afternoon tea trappings I had a brilliant host and hopefully learned a couple of spells in some books on the bus!

]]> 2023-03-17 14:36:12 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2520994776 Scottish Whiskey🍷 phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2521020467 One of the most remote and challenging locations in Scotland is home to one of the top distilleries. I and John had to travel all the way to Kirkwall on the island of Orkney to enjoy this whisky because it is produced at Scotland's most northerly distillery, the Highland Park Whisky Distillery.

Highland Park uses the local peat, which contains a higher proportion of heather than many other peats. The whisky is aged in sherry casks made of either American or European oak, purchased from Oloroso sherry producers in Spain. In 2018, Highland Park ranked second, behind sister distillery The Macallan, in whisky auction sales driven by growing demand from whisky collectors for the distillery's special releases.]]> 2023-03-17 14:55:01 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2521020467 A wonderful Wales! 😍 phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2521042274 Wales is a land of untamed, rocky beauty, breathtaking beaches, and hospitable folk. Our language is one of the most pronounced distinctions between Wales and other UK nations. Welsh is one of the oldest languages in Europe, and we can well be proud of it.

John and I will travel to Tenby by boat in about 20 minutes. Since the early 1800s, it has been one of Wales' most favored beach towns. Tenby Harbour has a lovely beach, so we can leave from here for a mackerel fishing expedition.

It's hardly surprising that tourists continue to swarm to the town given its two expansive golden beaches Castle Beach. There, we went swimming and photographed the sea in a variety of lovely photographs. We then walked through the seafood markets to enjoy the dishes before going back to the hotel.]]> 2023-03-17 15:11:46 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2521042274 Harbour town of Aberaeron phanhuynhanhthu3346 https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2521068340 Aberaeron Harbour is a wonderful gathering spot, ideal for a brisk stroll or a charming rest stop.

It surrounded by chip shops, cafes, stores, restaurants, and pub. Crabbers love to hang out on the harbor wall, especially families. I got a bucket, some bait, and a reel of fishing line, fish out hungry crabs from the harbor water. This is also a perfect place for teenager to take some selfie photos, get a pint or an ice cream, admire Aberaeron's multicolored houses.

I enjoy calming myself by watching the sunset on a peaceful harbor. The next time, I really hope I get the chance to visit Wales with my family.]]> 2023-03-17 15:31:53 UTC https://padlet.com/phanhuynhanhthu3346/wc30n1xg6q7ltvms/wish/2521068340