The document provides details about various locations in Britain, including London, Oxford, York, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Cornwall, Manchester, and Scotland. In London, pubs have a relaxing atmosphere and serve pints of beer. The Globe Theatre is where many of Shakespeare's plays were originally performed, with female roles played by teenage boys. London is a cosmopolitan city with residents from around the world. Oxford University is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities. In York, the Vikings built the original settlement of Jorvik, and York Minster is the largest Gothic cathedral in Europe. Edinburgh hosts a large annual arts festival and is home to Edinburgh Castle, situated between the sea and mountains.