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It is the largest of the British Isles, which also includes Ireland, the Isle of Man, Jersey, Guernsey, the Shetland and Orkney archipelagos.
The name Great Britain is also used to designate the three component countries of the United Kingdom that are located on this island: England, Wales and Scotland. In Romanian, the United Kingdom is sometimes called, incorrectly, "Great Britain", the correct and complete name for the modern state being, "United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland".

Great Britain's traditions and holidays are known far beyond the islands, but if you decide to go there for any holiday, you need to know one important detail. The British love to receive gifts. And in this regard, you will not see any cynicism or excesivve practicality (like the Americans who keep all the checks). These people are very fair and emotional.The traditions of Great Britain are sacred to them and, of course, they are associated with certain gifts for this or that holiday.

Boxing Day

Holiday December 26 in Great Britain - Gift Day. It is considered a continuation of Christmas, the day after. In the church calendar, the date is dedicated to Saint Stephen. All UK holidays in December are associated with national traditions. So, on Boxing Day, boxes and packages with donations are opened in the churches, and these are distributed to the poor.

Christmas (December 24-25)

Christmas in Great Britain is most revered by people in Wales and England. On December 25, as a rule, the whole family gathers at the festive table. The Christmas table should include some mandatory dishes. These include stuffed turkey and plum pudding, a steamed cake with dried fruit. Before serving, sprinkle with cognac and set on fire. By the way, in Wales it's not a turkey but a goose.

Big Ben (in translation, Great Ben) is the nickname of the big clock bell in the north tower of the Palace of Westminster in London.[3] This name was used for both the bell and the clock and even the clock tower.[4]
Big Ben is the largest four-faced bell clock, and the third tallest clock tower in the world.[5] The clock was put into operation on May 31, 1859.[6]
The nearest tube station is Westminster on the Circle, District and Jubilee lines.