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Sussex

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The Seven Sisters cliffs in East Sussex, showing beautiful chalk cliffs and historic coastguard cottages.

Sussex is a lovely place in South East England. It is made up of two parts called East Sussex and West Sussex. The name Sussex comes from old words meaning "land of the South Saxons." Long ago, Sussex was its own little kingdom!

Sussex has beautiful coastline along the English Channel. You can visit the city of Brighton and Hove, explore the South Downs National Park, or enjoy the calm water at Chichester Harbour. Every year on June 16, people celebrate Sussex Day to honor the county’s history and culture.

The county has special symbols too. The flag of Sussex shows six gold birds called martlets on a blue background. The round-headed rampion flower is known as the Pride of Sussex. People in Sussex sometimes say, "We wunt be druv," meaning they don’t like to be pushed around!

Sussex is a wonderful place with lots to see and explore. Whether you love the seaside, history, or special traditions, Sussex has something for everyone.

Images

A beautiful view of the countryside from Devil's Dyke looking towards the village of Poynings.
A historic stone market cross in the city of Chichester, England.
A historic Victorian pier in Eastbourne, showcasing beautiful architecture and a famous landmark.
A beautiful flowering plant called Phyteuma orbiculare, found in the Val Noci area of Genova, Italy.
Model of Fishbourne Roman Palace showing ancient Roman architecture and design.
A colorful 17th-century map of Sussex, featuring symbolic figures that represent the region's culture and economy.
Lewes Crown Court, a historic building located on High Street in Lewes, England.
A historical map showing the administrative divisions of Sussex in 1832, including Rapes, Hundreds, and Boroughs.
A detailed map showing the natural landscape and geography of West Sussex in the United Kingdom.
A detailed map showing the natural landscape and geography of East Sussex, UK.
The main building of the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton, photographed in 2007.
The Royal Pavilion in Brighton is a stunning building with distinctive domes and bright colors.
Portrait of the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley painted by Alfred Clint.

Related articles

South East England
English Channel
Brighton and Hove

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