Brighton & Hove, ESX at a Glance
Brighton & Hove together form one of the largest and best known of England's
seaside resorts. Standing on the English Channel, Brighton & Hove is just
47 miles (76 km) south of London,
and the popularity of day trips here have earned the city the nickname 'London-on-Sea'.
Brighton
Pier is the city's main seafront tourist attraction with Brighton
Marina offering an upmarket seaside experience. A royal stamp of approval
greets visitors on the main road into Brighton. The Royal
Pavilion was the vision of King George IV and architect John Nash, and explores
several Asian themes in interior and exterior design. A walking
tour is one of the best ways to discover the hidden secrets of the seaside.
The city has has one of the best nightlife scenes in the United Kingdom, with
all tastes and ages catered for. The fashion conscious Brightonians prefer to
hit the bars wearing the latest designer gear, and shopping areas like The
Lanes and Churchill
Square offer plenty of choice for the chic.
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