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 THE STORY OF SAINT PATRICK

Saint Patrick was probably born in Wales. One day some Irish pirates captured him and sold nim to an Irishman. Patrick had to work very hard. After some time he escaped back to Wales. He became a priest and decided to bring Christianity to Ireland. He returned to Ireland in 432 AD People who listened to him became Christians. They believed that Patrick performed many miracles: he brought the dead back to life, drove all snakes away from Ireland. He died on 17 March, 461.

Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. People celebrate St Patrick's Day on 17 March. It is a national holiday in Ireland, but people in some other countries also celebrate the day. You can see great parades in many cities. The most famous are the ones in Dublin and New York. Many people, organisations, marching bands and dance groups take part in the parades. There are also special masses in honour of the saint. In the afternoon people participate in various games and sports, and in the evening they go to clubs, discos or meet and sing their traditional songs. This is called community singing.

On that day people wear green clothes, green ribbons and shamrocks. They decorate their houses with shamrocks. They want to show their love for Ireland. The shamrock is the symbol of Ireland because St Patrick used it to explain the idea of the Trinity. Another symbol of Ireland is the harp. The Irish also send shamrocks and greeting cards to their friends.

St Patrick's Day is a joyful holiday with many parties and banąuets at which the Irish have their two traditional drinks: Guinness and Irish whiskey.

Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. People celebrate St Patrick's Day on 17 March. It is a national holiday in Ireland, but people in some other countries also celebrate the day. You can see great parades in many cities. The most famous are the ones in Dublin and New York. Many people, organisations, marching bands and dance groups take part in the parades. There are also special masses in honour of the saint. In the afternoon people participate in various games and sports, and in the evening they go to clubs, discos or meet and sing their traditional songs. This is called community singing.

On that day people wear green clothes, green ribbons and shamrocks. They decorate their houses with shamrocks. They want to show their love for Ireland. The shamrock is the symbol of Ireland because St Patrick used it to explain the idea of the Trinity. Another symbol of Ireland is the harp. The Irish also send shamrocks and greeting cards to their friends.St Patrick's Day is a joyful holiday with many parties and banąuets at which the Irish have their two traditional drinks: Guinness and Irish whiskey.

From   “British and American Holidays”

 

ELIZABETH II

 Queen Elizabeth II was born on 21st April, 1926 in London. Her full name is Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor. She belongs to Royal house of Windsor and is the daughter of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, now the Queen Mother.

As a young princess, Elizabeth had her lessons at home with her sister, Princess Margaret.

In 1947 she married Philip Mountbatten, now known as Prince Philip.

Queen Elizabeth II became Queen of England on 6th February, 1952, when King George VI died. Her coronation was on 2nd June, 1953 in Westminster Abbey.

The Queen has four children: Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward.

Queen Elizabeth II`s reign has been a long one. She has been on the throne of England for almost 55 years.

 

WELCOME TO LONDON

 

London, the capital of England, is one of the most interesting cities in Europe. London is situated on the river Thames. There are some places worth visiting. Tourists always want to see the famous clock Big Ben- the bell in the clock tower of the British Houses of Parliament.

    The next place is Buckingham Palace where Queen Elizabeth II and her family live. Smart soldiers guard the palace. Every morning you can watch the changing of the guard, a very colourful ceremony in the forecourt of Buckingham Palace. Sometimes you can see the flag on the top of Buckingham Palace. If there is no flag, the queen is not at home.

Leading east from the royal residence there is Whitehall, a street where there are government offices, ministries and the Prime Minister residence at Downing Street No. 10.

      In the centre of London there is a big square-Trafalgar Square. On one side of the square you can see the National Gallery with famous paintings from all over the world. Nelson’s Column stands in the centre of the square. At he top of the column, you can see the statue of Admiral Nelson.

     When visiting London, tourists should not forget about the Tower of London. The Tower is 900 years old. In the past it was a castle, a palace, and a prison. Today it is a museum. Tower of London is traditionally guarded by wardens called the Beefeaters dressed in their characteristic red uniforms.

     There are many museums in London. One of the most interesting is Madame Tussaud’s where we can see wax figures of politicians, films stars, kings, queens and other famous people. Those who like doing shopping should visit busy Oxford Street and Regent Street.

     Another famous thing is The London Eye, a big wheel. It is 135 meters high. You can ride on the wheel in big plastic cabins. The wheel turns very slowly, from the top you can see all of London.             

 
 

 

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