Although the main setting of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a magical confectionery, it begins in a contemporary industrial area known simply as "a great town." Because Dahl never mentions the city's name or location, he gives a sense of universality to the story.
It could be taking place in practically any large city in England or America.
The city, however, has one distinguishing characteristic: it is the home of Wonka's factory.
From the outside, Wonka's Factory looks much like any other factory, but the interior is.....
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