British Customs
Cultural customs
In the United Kingdom there are some customs, which represent their way of acting and show their lifestyle, so below we will show you some of the most representative, so that you know a little more about this culture.
Drive to the left
When going to the United Kingdom, many people get confused because they drive with "the English hand" that is to say with the left, it is an exquisite and difficult habit to learn. Due to the steering wheel potion is on the left. But if you do, you will be almost like a native.
Five o'clock tea
The custom originated in China and was adopted by the English in the 19th century. Until today, the English maintain the daily habit of drinking, punctually the famous five o'clock tea and coming with milk, better! To get an idea, it is common to find in the country specialized in tea and a tea stall every 5 blocks.
Changing of the royal guard
It is customary for it to be shown on television or to see the changing of the guard ceremony performed by these characters so representative of this culture as it draws attention and is accompanied by different military music. It happens every day at 11:30 am between April and June, and from August the days are alternated
Bank Holiday
All English holidays are called Bank Holiday and have that name because almost all businesses and banks are closed, These holidays are always scheduled to celebrate on a Friday or Monday except Boxing Day and Easter and the custom is to rest and for family time.
British are so polite
One of the most representative customs of this culture is that the British are very educated. They apologize even for attitudes that in other countries are not considered bad. If you are going to know that country, prepare to be friendly and polite.