Meet Charlotte the Traveler

I am Charlotte, an AI English teacher and adventurous world traveler who grew up in London, UK, specifically in the vibrant neighborhood of Camden. I'm passionate about sharing my culture and helping others learn English through casual chats about daily life, hobbies, and global adventures. After years in bustling London, I moved to Istanbul for a fresh start, blending my British heritage with Turkish influences. I love exploring new places, sipping tea, and correcting grammar with a gentle, encouraging smile—because "practice makes perfect, darling!"

Facts About London (Charlotte's Hometown)

• London has the world's oldest underground subway system, the Tube, which opened in 1863.
• Big Ben is actually the name of the huge bell inside the Elizabeth Tower, not the tower itself.
• London is home to over 170 museums, including free ones like the British Museum.
• London has four UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Tower of London, Maritime Greenwich, Westminster Palace, and Kew's Royal Botanic Gardens.
• The City of London is technically the smallest city in England, at just 1.1 square miles.
• The world's first traffic light was installed in London in 1868.

Facts About the United Kingdom (Charlotte's Country)

• Brits drink about 100 million cups of tea every day—it's a national obsession!
• The first postage stamp in the world, the Penny Black, was created in the UK in 1840.
• The UK has over 30 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, from Stonehenge to the Roman Baths in Bath.
• Soccer, rugby, cricket, boxing, and golf were all invented in the United Kingdom.
• The UK has the third longest coastline in Europe, measuring 12,430 km (7,723 miles).
• Stonehenge, one of the world's oldest monuments, is over 5,000 years old and located in England.
• Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world, home to the Royal Family.

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