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The local residents follow a mass of interesting traditions and customs, many of which may seem quite original to travellers, while others can simply cause confusion. For example, opposite to all international standards the local people use their own system of weights and measures. In any pub visitors will certainly be provided with a pint of beer rather than the usual "a half of a liter". This feature is by far not the only one that distinguishes the culinary traditions of the local people. Their breakfast is also strikingly different from the typical understanding of the word “meal” among people residing in other countries. The local cafes or restaurants offer guests to order fresh rolls and coffee for breakfast. The morning menu of the local dining facilities will amaze you by its modesty. The reason for this fact is in the traditions of the locals – they usually have the second breakfast close to the noon. This meal differs by considerably greater variety of dishes. The national traditions have touched virtually all areas of life in the city. Motorists should be aware that there is left-hand dining in this city. This is absolutely not typical of European countries. The local residents consider tea with milk their national drink. A traditional afternoon tea has already become one of most important national peculiarities. Every day at five o'clock in the evening residents of Birmingham try to return back home or have a seat in a cozy café in order to see friends and … Read further