布莱顿位于英格兰南部海岸，距离萨里郡很近，从吉尔福德出发，需要在多尔金Dorking和红山镇Redhill分别换乘，总共需要大概2个小时就可抵达布莱顿火车站。来到萨里大学求学，如果你想领略南部迷人的海洋，布莱顿一定是你的最佳目的地。布莱顿拥有平直漫长的海岸线，充满迷人的海洋风情，是个活力多彩，富有创意的海滨城市，温暖的春夏季节是布莱顿绽放光彩的时节，但今年由于疫情缘故，封城让很多活动都被取消。很幸运在去年十月，我和朋友们在疫情之前来到布莱顿参观游览两天，虽然过去将近一年了，但我还是想把美丽的布莱顿通过文字和图片展示出来。在疫情结束之后，我一定会找寻机会再次细细游玩。
Brighton is located on the south coast of England, very close to Surrey. Starting from Guildford by train, we transferred at Dorking and Redhill respectively. It takes us about 2 hours to reach Brighton Railway Station. You come all the way to the University of Surrey to study. If you want to enjoy the charming ocean in the south, Brighton must be your best destination. Brighton has a pretty straight and long coastline. It is overall a very vibrant, colorful, and creative seaside city. The warm spring and summer are the best times for Brighton. However, due to the Covid-19 pandemic this year, the nationwide lockdown of the cities throughout the UK has caused many events that have been canceled. But very fortunately for me is, in October last year, my friends and I visited Brighton for two days before the pandemic. Although it was nearly a year ago, I still want to show the beautiful Brighton through my texts and pictures. After the epidemic is over, I will definitely look for opportunities to visit it again.
布莱顿海滩 Palace Pier Beach
布莱顿的海岸线非常平直，不像西南海滩的西沙，这里的海滩多被细碎的小石块和鹅卵石所覆盖。但滩头晒太阳、玩水、游泳的人依然非常多。最好的海滩就位于布莱顿中心区的Palace Pier Beach，在这里不仅能够玩水遛弯，也能够沿着海岸长廊漫步。这里有各种娱乐设施，咖啡馆、餐厅、商店，还有维多利亚时期的港口（Brighton Pier）。布莱顿码头以湛蓝的大海为背景，深入海面之中，远远望去，听着海浪的声音，引人遐思。
Brighton’s coastline looks very straight, which is totally different from the sand beaches in Southwest UK that I’ve been to. The beaches here are mostly covered by finely divided stones and pebbles. However, there are still many people on the beaches basking in the sun, playing in the water, and swimming. The best beach is located at Palace Pier Beach in the heart of Brighton, where you can not only play in the water, but also walk along the coastal promenade. There are various entertainment facilities, cafes, restaurants, shops, and Victorian harbor (Brighton Pier). With the blue sea as the background, the Brighton Pier goes deep into the sea. Looking from a distance, listening to the sound of the waves makes people fall into the imagination and deep thinking.
布莱顿码头 Brighton Palace Pier
布莱顿码头建于19世纪，是英国最大的码头之一，这里曾经也是一个皇家码头，原名为“布莱顿皇宫码头”。据介绍，码头可以停靠大约1000多艘游艇。另外，码头及海滩上有很多娱乐项目，所以这里又被称为“海滨游乐场”，有各种咖啡厅、酒吧、海鲜餐厅，非常热闹，如果来到布莱顿，码头这边是一定要来看看的。在码头栈桥的尽头有很多大型娱乐设施，最刺激的一个就是“高空回环”了，我们同行的三个朋友迫不及待要去体验一下，我由于从小就有恐高，所以智能呆在下面看着他们的惊险之旅了。
Brighton Pier was built in the 19th century and is one of the largest piers in the UK. It used to be a Royal Pier, originally named “Brighton Palace Pier”. According to the introduction, the pier can dock more than 1,000 yachts. In addition, there are many entertainment projects on the pier and the beach, so here is also known as the “seaside playground”, there are various cafes, bars, seafood restaurants, very lively, if you come to Brighton, the pier is a must to come to take a look. There are many large entertainment facilities at the end of the pier trestle. One of the most exciting is the facility I called “high-altitude loop”. Three of my friends just can’t wait to ‘risk their life’ to try it. I just stay in the ground because I was afraid of heights since I was a child, therefore I just stayed there and watched their thrilling journey.
英皇阁The Royal Pavilion
这座亭阁从外观上看非常近似印度的泰姬陵，的确这座楼阁的设计师John Nash最初设计的灵感正是来自印度伊斯兰风格的建筑，设计师本身也对东方特色的建筑情有独钟，英皇阁的外墙采用华丽的印度建筑风格，内饰则像中国的皇宫，闪耀着盘绕的金龙和炫目的色彩。这座楼阁的修建前后共耗时40年，1783年完工。当时还是“乔治王子”的英王乔治四世便来此处疗养，并将这里作为行宫，住在了这里。乔治四世死后，将这座楼阁传给了自己的儿子威廉四世。到了维多利亚女王时代，她把这座阁楼卖给了当地市政府，从此正式对外开放。
The pavilion looks very similar to the Taj Mahal in India from the outside. Indeed, the designer of this pavilion, John Nash, originally designed the inspiration from the Islamic-style architecture of India. The designer himself is also unique in oriental architecture, which reflected by the exterior wall of the Royal Pavilion adopts a gorgeous Indian architectural style, and the interior is like a Chinese palace, shining with coiled golden dragons and dazzling colors. The construction of this pavilion took 40 years and was completed in 1783. King George IV, who was still the “Prince George”, came here to recuperate and used it as a residence and lived here. After the death of George IV, he passed the pavilion to his son William IV. In the Victorian era, she sold the loft to the local city government and officially opened it to the public ever since.
布莱顿海洋馆 Brighton Sea Life Center
布莱顿海洋馆拥有全英国规模最大的海底隧道，在这里能够看到各种海洋生物，包括鲨鱼、魔鬼鱼、海马、海龟等等，同时还能了解水下生物，以及海洋生物保护，海洋生态，食物链等各种知识。这里距离火车站需要步行 15 分钟左右，需要游览很长时间，所以最好提前规划好时间。布莱顿海洋馆兴建于1872年，是世界上历史最悠久的水族馆之一。海洋馆建筑很多也依旧保留着维多利亚时代的特色。这里每天上午10点开馆，闭馆时间根据月份而变化。门票有三种：只是进场的普通票Basic Saver Ticket；有快速通道并且享受礼品店15%OFF购物优惠的Best Value Ticket；包含一本guide book和前两种票所有服务的Ultimate Package。三岁以下的小朋友可以免门票进入，网上订票能有更多优惠。
The Brighton Aquarium has the largest undersea tunnel in the UK, where you can see a variety of marine life, including sharks, manta rays, seahorses, turtles, etc., and learn about underwater life, as well as marine life protection, ocean ecology, food chain, etc. It takes about 15 minutes to walk from the railway station and it can take you a really long time to visit, so it is best to plan your visit time in advance. The Brighton Aquarium was built in 1872 and is one of the oldest aquariums in the world. Many aquarium buildings still retain the characteristics of the Victorian era. The museum opens at 10 am every day, and the closing time varies according to the month. There are three types of tickets: Basic Saver Ticket for admission only; Best Value Ticket with fast-track access and 15% OFF shopping discount at the gift shop; Ultimate Package containing a guide book and all services of the first two tickets. Children under the age of three can enter without tickets, and there are more discounts when booking online.
英国航空i360观光塔British Airways i360
布莱顿最富有标志性的建筑就是那座从海滩拔地而起的高耸的观光塔，唯一不好的地方就是它太受欢迎，我们在塔下排队就超过了1个小时，长长的队伍直接跨过了一个街区。i360塔从外观上来看，充满了未来气息，环形观景台让它从远处看起来就像一个蘑菇。据介绍，i360是全球最高的移动观光塔，乘坐电梯到138米的塔顶，可以俯瞰周围方圆好几十公里的范围，向下瞭望布莱顿皇家建筑，如果天气允许，向西北还可以眺望到南唐斯丘陵国家公园South Downs National Park的旖旎风光，向东沿着海岸线可以看到远处位于伊斯特本的比奇角、七姐妹白垩崖，向西甚至能够看到南安普顿附近的怀特岛，非常壮观。
Brighton’s most iconic building is the towering sightseeing tower that rises from the beach. The only downside is that it’s so popular. We queued under the tower for more than an hour. The long queue Just literally crossed a block. From the appearance of the i360 tower, it is full of futuristic atmosphere, and the circular observation deck makes it look like a mushroom from a distance. According to the introduction, i360 is the world’s tallest mobile sightseeing tower. Take the elevator to the top of the 138-meter tower, and you can overlook the surrounding area for dozens of kilometers. You can look down at the Royal Brighton building. If weather permits, you can also look northwest to see the beautiful scenery of South Downs National Park, you can also see the Beach Point and Seven Sisters Chalk Cliffs in Eastbourne in the distance along the coastline to the east, and even the Isle of Wight nearby Southampton, which is very spectacular.
北莱恩小巷 North Laine
北拉恩区是布莱顿最具波西米亚风情的地区，这些弯弯绕绕的小巷子里遍布各式各样的独立商铺，从首饰店到古董店、唱片店等等，应有尽有。这里有着各式各样装修精美别致的小商店，醇香咖啡、街头表演、充满艺术气息的书店、50 年代的刻奇和新锐设计师在此都不难找到。如果你喜欢追忆曾经的流行文化，这里一定是不会失望的好去处。天黑时，华灯初上，布莱顿美丽的夜生活也开始了，许多富有特色的小酒馆和餐厅让布莱顿的夜生活更加迷人。
North Larne is the most bohemian area of Brighton. These winding alleys are filled with a variety of independent shops, from jewelry shops to antique shops, record shops, and so on. There are all kinds of beautifully decorated and chic small shops. It is not difficult to find fragrant coffee, street performances, artistic bookstores, kitsch, and cutting-edge designers from the 1950s. If you like to reminisce about the pop culture, this place will not be disappointed. When it gets dark, the lights are on, and Brighton’s beautiful nightlife begins. Many characteristic taverns and restaurants make Brighton’s nightlife more charming.
布莱顿博物馆和美术馆 Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
这座博物馆和美术馆，紧邻英皇阁，算是布莱顿的历史百科全书和艺术长廊。馆内展示了很多布莱顿的当地名人及普通布莱顿市民从古至今使用过的生活用品。另外，美术馆展示了很多维多利亚时代的美术作品及各种服装作品。
This museum and art gallery can be regarded as Brighton’s historical encyclopedia and art gallery, which located just next to the Royal Pavilion. There are many daily necessities used by local celebrities in Brighton and ordinary Brighton citizens in the museum. In addition, the art gallery displays many Victorian art works and various costume works.
除了这些景点之外，布莱顿还有许多色彩纷呈的城市活动与节日。虽然我们没有参加，但是在这里我也查阅了一些资料，分享给大家。
In addition to these attractions, Brighton also has many colorful city events and festivals. Although we did not participate them, I also checked some information and shared in here.
布莱顿彩色跑 The Colour Run
风靡全球的“彩色跑”当然不能少了以活泼著称的布莱顿。彩色跑被称为“地球上最快乐的5公里赛跑”。参加者身着白色T恤，跑步过程中经过不同的彩色站，会被从头到脚抛撒彩色粉末。现场参与的人们拿到T恤之后，可以发挥自己的创意，把衣服改变成自己的Style。在跑步开始前，将有热身教练带着你随着音乐咚次嗒次地进行热身准备。彩色跑倡导不计时不限制规则，你完全可以按照自己的节奏步伐享受这场色彩之旅。是跑是走还是爬，甚至翻跟头，只要你玩得尽兴，随你怎么闹！活动使用的彩色粉末是由纯天然玉米粉制成，对人体和环境当然都是无害的，所以不必有过多的担心。
Of course, the world-famous “color run” cannot be without Brighton, which is known for its liveliness. The color race is called “the happiest 5km race on earth”. Participants wore white T-shirts and passed through different colored stations during the run, and colored powder was thrown from head to toe. After the participants get the T-shirts, they can use their creativity to change the clothes into their own style. Before the start of the run, there will be a warm-up instructor who will take you to warm-up preparations with the music tumbling. Color running advocates no timing and no restrictions. You can enjoy this color journey at your own pace. Run, walk or crawl, or even somersault, as long as you have fun, whatever you want! The colored powder used in the activity is made of pure natural corn flour, which is of course harmless to the human body and the environment, so there is no need to worry too much.
布莱顿同志大游行 Brighton Pride
每年八月初左右的布莱顿同志大游行在英国也是十分出名，其规模绝对不输伦敦大游行的规模。在Pride期间，每天都会有小型庆典、演出以及交友活动。
The Brighton Gay Parade around the beginning of August every year is also very famous in the UK, and its scale is definitely not inferior to the scale of the London Parade. During Pride, there will be small celebrations, performances and friendship activities every day.
