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The city's Whitehall Road area is another must, where you'll find Big Ben and
the Parliament Buildings, as well as Westminster Abbey, scene of many a royal
wedding. Another area to visit in London is South Kensington, home to the city's best
museums, including the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Natural History
Museum, as well as the famous Harrods department store. Also check out Trafalgar
Square, home to iconic Nelson's Column and the National Portrait Gallery.
2. Edinburgh: Scotland's Capital
One of Scotland's most attractive cities, the capital city of Edinburgh is also
one of the UK's most visited destinations. Popular for its many well-preserved
historic buildings, Edinburgh is perhaps best known as the home of the majestic
Edinburgh Castle. Perched high above the old city on a rocky promontory, this 13thcentury royal fortress includes highlights such as the famous One O'Clock Salute,
held daily at Half Moon Battery; the Scottish Crown Jewels in the Royal Palace; the
Scottish National War Memorial; and the famous Stone of Destiny (the Stone of
Scone), only returned to Scotland after being held for 700 years in London.
From the castle, it's easy to explore the other most important historic sites in
the city, most notably the Old Town's Royal Mile with its fine architecture, boutique
shops, cafés, restaurants, and art galleries, as well as the splendid old Palace of
Holyroodhouse. Other Edinburgh highlights include broad Princes Street, popular for
its shopping and dining, as well as for the Royal Botanical Garden and the National
Gallery of Scotland.
3. Roman-Era Bath
Although one of the UK's smaller cities, Bath more than makes up for its
diminutive size with a multitude of things to see and do. Named after its famous
Roman Baths, this beautiful city has been luring visitors to its healing waters for
more than 2,000 years. Gushing from three hot springs, the water-known to consist of
43 different minerals, hence its curative properties-travels upwards some 3,048
meters at a rate of 275,000 gallons per day, before spilling out at a consistent 46.5
degrees Celsius.
While it's not possible to bathe in the original Roman Baths, a number of
nearby spas-most notably the superb Thermae Bath Spa-offer guests the chance to
enjoy the city's famous waters.
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In addition to its ancient history, Bath is also famous for its lovely Georgian
architecture, the best examples of which can be seen along the magnificent, curved
Royal Crescent, with its palatial townhomes. One of them, No.1 Royal Crescent, is
now a museum that offers a fascinating peek into life during Georgian times.
4. Ancient Stonehenge and Medieval Salisbury
One of the planet's oldest World Heritage Sites, Stonehenge has been a place of
pilgrimage for more than 4,500 years. It was believed to have been erected as a place
of worship, but these days, the crowds consist of tourists drawn by the sheer scale of
this magnificent monument to mankind's ingenuity.
It's a sprawling site, covering an area of more than 20 square kilometers and
boasting a state-of-the-art visitor center, which offers a fascinating glimpse not only
into the construction of Stonehenge, but also its history since then. Plan ahead and
purchase a timed ticket for the day of your visit.
Be sure to also spend time exploring the nearby medieval city of Salisbury,
located just 16 kilometers south of Stonehenge. Here, you'll be rewarded with a
chance to visit one of the country's most famous cathedrals, dating back to 1220 and
home to an original Magna Carta. Afterwards, be sure to wander the old city center
with its many fine churches and historic medieval architecture.
5. Wonderful Windsor
The historic town of Windsor, conveniently located a short train ride west of
London, offers plenty of fun things to do for tourists. In addition to its lovely
Thames-side setting and the many medieval half-timbered buildings along its quaint
old cobblestone laneways, it's also home to spectacular Windsor Castle, the most
famous of the UK's royal castles.
This grand old castle has served as the summer residence of British royalty for
more than a millennium (it was started by William the Conqueror in 1078) and is the
world's largest inhabited castle. Highlights include the splendid State Apartments
containing the Queen's Gallery and dining hall, each with magnificently painted
ceilings and woodcarvings, and St. George's Chapel, famous as the home of the
Knights and Ladies of the ancient Order of the Garter.
When you've had your fill of these historic buildings, be sure to also spend
time exploring the castle's large and beautiful grounds, which are almost 10
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kilometers long. Here you'll enjoy some truly memorable panoramic views over
Windsor and its castle.
Other area attractions worth visiting include Legoland Windsor, a fun family
resort set on 150 acres of parkland and just a short bus ride from the town center, and
Royal Ascot, the UK's most famous horse-racing venue (try to time your trip to
coincide with the Royal Meeting held each June).
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Five cities/towns to visit in Great Britain
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Five typical British things to see in Great Britain
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