Many tourists dream of visiting England - most of the sights of this country are the most recognizable in the world. Big Ben, Tower Bridge - who doesn't know these names? The famous English love of order can be appreciated even in the parks and botanical gardens of this country - they are kept in perfect cleanliness, the arrangement of flower beds and alleys in them is impeccably designed.
England is rich in historical sites. Castles with a thousand-year history are interesting in themselves, and the royal residences in them are doubly interesting. The most famous archaeological site in the world, Stonehenge, is millions of years old. Thousands of tourists visit England to try to solve its mystery. And, of course, do not forget about the legendary English band The Beatles - their fans will be delighted to visit The Cavern Club, the place where the Beatles came to fame.
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What to see and where to go in England?
The most interesting and beautiful places to visit. Photos and a short description.
1. Tower Bridge
One of the main and recognizable attractions. The suspension drawbridge is used daily by over 40,000 people to get to the other side of the Thames. The total length of the bridge is 244 meters. The towers are 65 meters high. At a height of 44 meters, there is a gallery between the towers; it is used as an observation and museum platform. There are lifting wings between the towers. They are bred about 4-5 times a week.
2. Tower of London
The fortress is one of the oldest buildings in England and one of the most visited attractions in the world. Included in the UNESCO heritage list. The Tower was founded in the II century as part of the city fortifications, later it was completed and fortified by William I and Richard the Lionheart. Currently, the Tower houses a museum, an armory with crown treasures, and historical architectural monuments.
3. Stonehenge
This archaeological site is considered one of the most mystical in the world. Scientists have not yet agreed on the purpose of the building. Approximate summer cottage of the foundation of Stonehenge - XXX century BC Consists of stone blocks weighing up to 45 tons, arranged in rings or in the form of a horseshoe. It is estimated that several thousand people performed such labor-intensive work over 300 years. The site is protected by UNESCO.
4. Buckingham Palace (London)
Residence of British monarchs. Founded in 1703 and has been awarded several times since then. It acquired its final form by 1853. For visitors, the inspection is available only two months a year during the Queen's vacation - in August and September. 19 rooms from 775 rooms of the castle are offered for inspection, including the throne room, art gallery, ballroom. An interesting royal garden, where flamingos live, there is a lake and waterfalls.
5. Albert Dock (Liverpool)
Complex of port buildings and warehouses in. They are located along the perimeter of a rectangular bay. The large warehouse buildings are built of dark bricks. They have unusually large openings - they are designed to receive cargo directly from the ship. Today Albert Dock is a popular tourist destination. In the converted warehouses inside the buildings, museums, bars, restaurants are located, an unusual atmosphere has been created.
6. The Cavern Club (Liverpool)
The club was founded in 1957. It is known for the fact that it was there that the legendary group The Beatles began their creative career. The modern clubhouse on Matthew Street was built using 15,000 bricks from the original clubhouse. Nowadays Beatles tourists often come here to listen to cover songs of the Liverpool Four. Such concerts are held almost every evening.
7. London Eye
Ferris wheel on the banks of the Thames. The 32 capsule booths represent the number of London suburbs. One booth can accommodate up to 25 people. The height of the attraction is 135 meters. The view from its top reaches 40 km in clear weather. One complete revolution takes about 30 minutes. The wheel is equipped with LED lighting. At dusk, the luminous wheel leaves an unforgettable experience.
8. Elizabeth Tower (London)
Tourists often refer to the Elizabeth Clock Tower at Westminster Palace as Big Ben. However, initially only the largest bell of the six others in the clock was called so, its weight is 13 tons. Currently, the images of clocks, bells and towers are one and together they make up the most popular tourist symbol of London. The tower is 96 meters high. The style of construction is neo-gothic. Its facade is decorated with Latin inscriptions.
9. Westminster Abbey (London)
An iconic site for the royal dynasty of the British monarchy. Coronations take place here, and the burials of rulers are also located here. Many famous writers and poets of the country - Charles Dickens, Samuel Johnson and others - are buried in the abbey in the Poets' Corner. Tourists are attracted by the medieval architecture of the abbey.
10. York Minster
A Gothic cathedral, construction began in 1220 and lasted 250 years. A special feature of the cathedral is the large stained glass windows in the style of medieval Europe. The largest window, 23 meters high, was made in the 15th century. York Minster is considered one of the largest in Europe. Its length is 158 meters, the height of the towers is 60 meters. The central tower of the cathedral has undergone two restorations, which protected the cathedral from collapse.
11. Windsor Castle
Since the 11th century, it has been called the country residence of British monarchs. It was founded in 1066. To date, it has been rebuilt and expanded several times. Luxurious halls with rich interior decoration and antique furniture are open to visitors. They feature works of art from the collection of the kings. In Windsor Park you can see the chapel of St. Georg. The large park is decorated with exquisite sculptures.
12. Leeds Castle
Located on the islands of the Len River. In wartime, he could hold a siege for a long time due to his location. For a long time it was the residence of the kings of England. Nowadays it is popular with tourists as a monument of architecture and history. The interior was recreated in the style of a 15th century castle. Within its walls are exhibited works of art from the 18th century. There are many aviaries with exotic birds in the landscaped park.
13. Warwick Castle
Medieval castle. A visit to it will be an unusual entertainment for any tourist. The restorers have recreated the interior decoration down to the smallest detail. Madame Tussaud's museum made wax figures, which became the castle's abodes - servants, guards, ladies of the court. Knight tournaments, archery competitions, and the "Flight of the Eagles" show are held in the courtyard. On Halloween, ghosts roam the ghost tower.
14. British Museum (London)
The number of exhibits is practically the largest in the world - 13 million. Collections of antiquities from Egypt, Africa, Greece, Rome, the East and Europe are presented. The total length of the corridors of the main museum in London is 4 km. The construction of the museum building was completed in 1847. The project is made in the ancient Greek style, with 44 columns decorating it. Later, the Great Courtyard was completed, which houses an impressive reading room.
15. National Railroad Museum (York)
Founded in 1975. One of the most visited - about a million visitors a year. On 8 hectares of its area, there are expositions telling about the history of the railway in England. The collection of locomotives and wagons is represented by hundreds of exhibits. Of particular interest are the royal trains of the Victorian era. They contain 20,000 books and magazines, as well as technical and engineering documentation.
16. London National Gallery
The gallery exhibits more than 2000 paintings by Western European painters of the 13th-20th centuries - Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Da Vinci, Raphael, Titian and many others. The paintings are arranged in the halls in chronological order. The gallery offers guided tours. Independent visitors are advised to determine in advance what paintings they want to see - it is impossible to go around the entire gallery in one day. The entrance to the gallery is free.
17. Natural History Museum (London)
Previously it was part of the British Museum, from 1181 it was in a separate building, and from 1963 it finally separated. The collection of the museum consists of several million exhibits in every field of natural science - botany, zoology, mineralogists, paleontology. The most interesting are the collection of meteorites, the mechanical model of a Tyrannosaurus rex and the skeleton of a Diplodocus. The entrance to the museum is free.
18. Victoria and Albert Museum (London)
The funds of the museum cover many cultures of the world and different periods - from antiquity to the present. Most of the exhibits are works of arts and crafts and design. Sculptures, fabrics, ceramics are exhibited. Prince Albert was very supportive of the museum during its formative stage. His wife, Queen Victoria, took part in the construction of the museum building in 1899.
19. Mary Rose Museum (Portsmouth)
An unusual museum dedicated to the sunken ship - the flagship of the English fleet in the 16th century. Lifting of his remains began only at the end of the 20th century. The construction of the museum was difficult, the walls were actually erected around the hull of the ship. Over the remnants of the deck and masts, a complex long-term conservation work was going on. The result was that the ship, which spent several centuries in sea water, can now be viewed not through glass, but with your own eyes.
20. Roman Baths in Bath
A well-preserved Roman public bathing complex. Includes several pagan temples built in the 1st century. When building the baths, the builders used water supply systems that took into account the weather conditions. As a result, the water in the baths reached 96 degrees. The complex took on its present appearance after reconstruction in the 18th century. Now you can take a bath or order SPA procedures in it.
21. Clifton Suspension Bridge
Construction of the bridge began in 1829. It passes over the river gorge at a height of 75 meters. The bridge is 230 meters long. Work on the complex structure has been going on for over 20 years. The bridge offers a beautiful view of the city of Bristol. It is popular with athletes who do bungee jumping from it. The first such jump in the world was made from this very bridge by four extreme sportsmen.
22. Royal Pavilion (Brighton)
Luxurious palace, for a long time it was the residence of kings by the sea. The style of architecture of the palace is called Indo-Sarazion. It is a mixture of Moorish, Indian and Chinese architecture. Luxury and grandeur can be seen in everything - both in the design of the facades and in the interior interiors. Currently, the pavilion houses a museum, and luxurious halls can be rented for celebrations.
23. Wallaton Hall (Nottingham)
Renaissance palace. At the beginning of the 20th century, the Nottingham authorities bought the building and placed there a natural history museum. The palace is located in a 500-acre park with a picturesque lake. The park is famous for its inhabitants - deer, squirrels, swans, fallow deer are found there. Everyone is free to walk around the park. Anyone can see them and take an unusual photo - a herd of deer against the background of the Elizabethan Palace.
24. Shambles Street in York
The medieval Shambles Street is a landmark in the city of York. It is located in the center of the city. The street is 100 meters long and very narrow in width. In the past, it housed butcher shops. Some buildings still have hooks for hanging meat. Now it houses many souvenir shops. It is believed that Shambles Street became the prototype for Diagon Alley from the Harry Potter universe.
25. Stratford-upon-Avon
The small town of Warwickshire is the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Most of the city's attractions are associated with the personality of the great playwright. The house where Shakespeare was born is one of the most visited places. Church of st. Trinity, where Shakespeare was baptized, is no less famous, there is also his grave. It is visited by tens of thousands of people every year. The Royal Shakespeare Theater staged plays and held festivals.
26. Project "Eden"
It is not for nothing that this place is called “the Garden of Eden. It is a botanical garden with greenhouses in which plants brought from all over the world are collected. The total area of the greenhouses is 22,000 m². They are covered with domes of an unusual shape. Each greenhouse recreates the conditions of the natural environment in which plants grow. Tap water is not even used - rainwater is specially collected to maintain humidity and irrigation.
27. Hyde Park (London)
A traditional place for holding mass events - meetings, concerts, celebrations. The park is a pleasant place to walk, swimming is allowed in the Serpentine park lake. Cultural attractions include the art gallery, the Duke of Wellington Museum at Apsley House and Wellington's Arc de Triomphe. The park hosted concerts of famous performers - The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Taylor Swift.
28. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
They have existed for over 250 years. The area of the entire complex - gardens and greenhouses, occupies 132 hectares. The gardens are included in the list of UNESCO sites due to the large number of living plants in the collection. The Kew Gardens herbarium contains over 7 million specimens. There are many objects for inspection on the territory - House of Water Lilies, Kew Palace, Palm House, Alpine House. Flower festivals, concerts and exhibitions are held. In winter, the skating rink is flooded.
29. Lost Gardens of Heligan
An old botanical garden in England, decorated in the style of the 19th century. It is divided into several zones, each with a unique design. Tropical plants grow in the "Jungle" zone. A dense forest of oaks and beeches, mossy stones - this is the "Lost Valley". Pineapples grow in specially equipped pits. Interesting landscape solutions are "green" figures made from living plants and minerals.
30. Hadrian's Shaft
Monument to Roman defensive structures. It is a fortified wall, 118 km long, 6 meters high. Built in 122 to protect against barbarian tribes. For those times, the wall was the pinnacle of engineering. Its structure consists of forts, which housed the army. Passages are made for movement. Small towers and towers are placed between the aisles for shelter from the rain.
31. Lake District
The reserve is famous for its landscapes of mountain lakes. The nature here is varied and amazing - hills and high mountains, rocky shores and wastelands, and, of course, lakes with clear and clear water. These places have inspired many artists and poets to create works of art. There is a special direction for the craftsmen of this area, called the "lake school". Observation observation platforms are equipped for tourists.
32. Yorkshire valleys
The national park with an area of more than 1500 km² was founded in 1952. A third of the park is covered with heather swamps. Dense forests in the rest of the territory are birch, oak, ash, mountain ash. Also in the park you can see medieval abbeys and castles. A number of entertainments are provided for visitors to the park - cycling and horseback riding, hiking trails are laid. There is a camping area and a cafe.
33. Rocks "Old Harry"
Chalk cliffs on the south coast of England. Their age is over 65 million years. The remains of an ichthyosaur have been found in the rocks; excavations are underway by archaeologists studying the Jurassic period. There are several variants of the origin of the name. According to one version, this was the name of the devil who loved to sleep on these rocks. On the other - by the name of the pirate who hunted in these places. The waves hitting the rocks constantly change their shape.
34. Brighton Pier
The only pier in Brighton that is not abandoned. Opened in 1899. Currently used for entertainment purposes. There are many restaurants, slot machines, attractions on it. At night, the pier is illuminated by 67,000 lamps - and this incredible sight is especially loved by visitors. The pier is honored to be visited by members of the royal family, and celebrities often come here.
35. Chester Zoo
Founded by the Mottershead family in 1931 with its own funds. The Chester Zoo is not funded by the state, which does not prevent it from entering the 15 best zoos in the world, according to the popular Forbes magazine. The area of the zoo is 51 hectares. About 1.5 million people visit it annually. More than 400 species of animals live in conditions as close as possible to their natural habitat, aviaries and trellises are practically not used.
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2. London Big Ben
Big Ben Clock Tower in London When planning your trip and exploring the main attractions of England, do not forget about the clock tower of Westminster Palace, created more than 150 years ago. The commemorative clock proclaims the most important events of the state: the coming of the New Year, the Minutes of Silence, etc. Until recently, it was Big Ben that had the largest dial on Earth - not a single photo or description can convey all the greatness of the main symbol of London;
3. Lake District National Park
Nature of the National Park Lake District Natural sights of England are no less interesting than the country's man-made masterpieces. An example is the park founded in 1951. Its total area is 885 sq. miles. The Lake District is famous for its superb panoramic views and flourishing countryside, mountainous and lakeside landscapes. The nature here is so unpredictable that in one day it can show all 4 seasons;
4. Hyde Park
Bird's eye view of Hyde Park Few places of interest in England are as rich in attractions as Royal Hyde Park. Here is the famous Speakers' Corner, the animal cemetery, the memorial in honor of Princess Diana, the Wellington Museum, the statue of Achilles - you can list it for a long time. Popular festivals, large-scale festivals and political rallies are regularly held on the territory of the park;
5. Hadrian's shaft
Hadrian's Wall or Hadrian's Wall - a protective structure of Ancient Rome This historic landmark in England is 117 km long. It was erected in the years 122-128 by the Romans to protect against the raids of brigants and picts. About 15 years ago, a hiking trail was opened for tourists along the defensive structure. Travelers' reviews say that a walk along the rampart will be interesting not only for lovers of history and natural beauty, but also for people with any other preferences on vacation;
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6. British Museum
The main entrance of the British Museum If your list of things to visit in England does not include the oldest and one of the largest museums in the world, you will be in the country in vain. The British Museum, located in London, is the second most visited art museum, second only to the Louvre. All necessarily begin or end here. You will see both mysterious exhibits and ancient artifacts, as well as the most famous objects of history, which you have heard about since childhood;
7. Project Eden
Hexagonal domes of the Eden project The recommendations of local flora and fauna lovers will certainly lead you to this botanical garden. It is located in the county of Cornwall, and is especially famous for its unique greenhouse (geodesic domes have collected plants from all over the world);
8. Yorkshire Valleys National Park
Spectacular landscape of Yorkshire Valleys National Park Even a brief description of this landmark in England sparks interest in it: charming villages and towns, waterfalls and valleys ideal for hiking, open to visit cave systems (within the parkland), rivers and stone fences, endless wastelands and lush green pastures. on which cattle and sheep walk;
9. Lost Gardens of Heligan
Stone figure in Heligan's Lost Gardens A huge botanical garden with unique stone figures and exotic plants. In the list of "the best sights of England" he was also included for the original people woven from wire, "meeting" guests throughout the territory, their own "jungle", flower and vegetable gardens;
10. Leeds Castle
Lake in front of Leeds medieval castle Every tourist should see with his own eyes the most beautiful medieval building located on the lake islands near the Len River. At one time, it was used as the residence of the royal family. Here are the bedrooms of Aragonese Catherine and Lady Bailey, the banquet hall of King Henry VIII and the library of Master Boudin;
11. Westminster Abbey
North facade of Westminster Abbey Gothic church in Westminster, built in the years 1245-1745. If you are thinking about what to visit in England right now, you will hardly be able to get into this abbey - the number of tourists is always great here. The church attracts attention both with its majestic appearance and expositions: weapons of the original type, paintings, rare documents and old folios;
12. Wembley stadium
Panorama of Wembley Stadium Ed Webster On international football days, when all the hotels in England are occupied by fans of "game number one", this stadium with red stands is visible to the whole world. The national team of the country conducts its training here, and the Champions League competitions are also organized here. Date of foundation of the new stadium (the previous one was demolished back in 2003) - 2007;
13. Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace and Flower Park The official residence of Elizabeth II (Queen of England) in London. Fans of this landmark in England compare it to a small town. It has its own cinema, disco, several sports clubs, a bar, a hospital, post offices and police. Three miles of red carpet walkways and 600 rooms, including grand halls, are serviced daily by more than 700 workers. It is also worth buying a ticket in advance;
14. Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge from the side A partly drawbridge, partly a neo-Gothic suspension bridge over the Thames is located near the Tower. Another symbol of Britain, which lights up in the dark with hundreds of lights. From the bridge, you can watch the slowly sailing ships and take memorable photos;
15. Stonehenge
Stonehenge - the ruins of a monumental structure on the Salbury Plain The megalithic stone structure or "stone circle", included in the UNESCO list, is called a huge stone riddle. The attraction consists of 5 arches pointing to the cardinal points, 30 blocks and 82 megaliths. In the central part there is a 6-ton altar.
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16. Shambles Street in York
Shambles Street in York is full of quirky Jinx McCombs stores Now you know where to go in England first of all. However, do not limit your excursion program to these attractions only. No less interesting to you will be, for example, Shambles Street in York. It is included in the TOP-10 of the most beautiful shopping streets in the world, and not only shopping fans should visit it.
17. Stratford-upon-Avon
Street in the English town of Stratford-upon-Avon Stratford-upon-Avon is the birthplace of W. Shakespeare. In a small town, you will find national restaurants and pubs with simple and inexpensive, but delicious dishes. The popular Mop Fair is held in the city center.
18. London Eye
London Eye Ferris Wheel Want to see all of London in one go? Ride Europe's largest Ferris wheel, the London Eye To do this, you need to go to the south bank of the Thames in the Lambeth area.
19. Tower
Walls of the medieval fortress Tower of London The Tower is the historic center of the capital of England and a fortress on the north bank of the Thames. For a long time, the Tower was a prison and a repository of jewels of the English monarchs, but today it is a magnificent architectural monument. Buy a ticket for an evening tour, and you may be among those who see ghosts here. According to legend, here you can meet Sir Walter Reilly (the navigator) and Anne Boleyn walking with her head in her right hand. Don't worry - security guards will accompany you on your excursions.
20. Albert Dock in Liverpool
Albert Dock in Liverpool - art space and entertainment area Built entirely of cast iron, brick and stone (no timber), Liverpool's Albert Dock was the first closed dock in the world. Now it hosts the annual Festival of Big Ships, and arranges sound, laser and light multimedia shows on the water.
Madame Tussaud's Marylebone self-made Along with Big Ben, the real symbol of London and the whole of Great Britain is the Madame Tussauds wax gallery - a museum with a human face, or more precisely, with a thousand faces, presented in all branches of the famous museum. This institution was founded in the 19th century by the famous woman sculptor Maria Tussauds. Her passion for creating figures from wax was the work of her entire life, and the first works were exhibited to the public in 1835 - it was at this time that an ancient museum was opened. Half a century later, the collection moved to another building in the Marylebone quarter, where it is located to this day. In the exposition there was a place for sculptures of actors, politicians, musicians, athletes, writers, representatives of the royal dynasty, heroes of films and other famous personalities. History lovers are advised to visit the two halls set aside specifically for Napoleon; science lovers will see realistic figures of scientists. About 3 million people visit Madame Tussauds every year!
22. London National Gallery
London National Gallery at Trafalgar Square in London Roman Boed The National Gallery of 1839, located in London at Trafalgar Square, is one of the largest art galleries in the kingdom. In its spacious halls, in chronological order, there are countless masterpieces of fine art with names , with a total number of more than 2 thousand. Here, visitors can trace the entire history of the development of Western European painting from the 12th to the 20th century. Among the exhibits are works by the court artists of British kings, collections of Venetian masters, Italian and Spanish artists, French, German and Flemish painters. The gallery contains a large collection of Rembrandt's works reflecting his entire life. Rubens is no less widely represented, especially in the paintings of the late period. The London Gallery gives its visitors the opportunity not only to see famous canvases, but also to learn how to create their own creations - master classes on drawing techniques are regularly held here.
23. Rochester Castle
View of Rochester Castle from the doors of Rochester Cathedral on the east bank of the Medway Hugh Llewelyn The status of the most emblematic landmark in Great Britain , Perhaps, Rochester Castle is worthy - a real symbol of England and its pride. A fortress with almost a thousand years of history is located in Kent, half an hour's drive from London. In those years, the main goal of the construction of the castle was to block the path of the conquerors to the English capital, and it should be said that the powerful stone structure coped with this task completely, despite numerous sieges. And even after repeated restorations, the majestic castle has retained its original appearance - and today it is a striking example of Norman architecture. Throughout its history, the fortress inspired the writer Dickens, the artist Turner, its first floor was used as storerooms, the commandant lived on the second, and the owner and his retinue lived on the third. Fragments of thick fortress walls can be seen in the vicinity of the castle, and the 38-meter tower-donjon is one of the best-preserved monuments of the Middle Ages.
The Canterbury Cathedral Choir Standing In Front Of The Trinity Chapel Diliff
London is a true treasury of Britain, full of masterpieces of architecture, trendy clubs and other tasty finds for the tourist. But what to see in England besides London? Among the first places worth visiting is 603 Canterbury Cathedral, located in the ancient city of Canterbury in the southeastern part of the country. Unfortunately, the original appearance of the cathedral has no longer survived - it was destroyed by a fire in the 12th century, but in the process of restoration a magnificent Gothic building was erected with an attached Trinity Chapel, where the relics of the assassinated Archbishop Thomas Becket are kept. The cathedral is especially valuable for its colorful stained-glass windows of the 12-13th centuries with biblical subjects, which can be seen in the western window. The choir of the cathedral is made in the early Gothic style, the chapels attached to it keep relics, including the Chair of St. Augustine, on which the consecration to the archbishop is carried out, as well as the Bracket Crown, thrown from the head of the archbishop during his assassination.
25. Sherwood Forest
Scenic landscape of Sherwood Forest near Klimston In the county of Nottinghamshire, there is a mysterious forest steeped in legends. Not only adult tourists go to Sherwood Forest, but also those who are looking for attractions in England for children - the spirit of adventure attracts the youngest travelers to this place. According to folk ballads, it was in this forest that the brave Robin Hood considered his plans - here, in one ancient oak tree, the so-called headquarters of the hero was located. Today everyone can see a giant giant tree called "Major Oak". For half a century, the territory of this park has been protected and in demand as a popular recreation area. Hundreds of thousands of tourists visit this reserve every year: flora lovers can prepare original gifts in the form of acorns from the Oak Major, and holiday fans can visit a large festival held here in summer, with theatrical performances, circus performances and shows.
Summing up
It is impossible to give a clear and concise answer to the question of what to see in England. This country is ready to offer a lot of exciting and interesting sights to every guest. Therefore, plan the excursion route according to your own preferences in advance.
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What to see in England?
Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey are the three pillars of English tourism. In addition to these buildings, there are many museums, bridges, palaces, cathedrals and parks in England that offer fascinating excursions to tourists.
Most interesting places in England are located in London, but other cities in the country will find something to surprise their guests with. English towns and villages have a special flavor, and national parks are famous for natural beauty in all its forms.
Many meetings of the House of Lords and Commons are held under the chime of the clock on the Big Ben Tower, because this facility is located in the Palace of Westminster. The architectural symbol of London is 96 meters high.
In the tower itself, at a height of 334 steps, there is a bell in a special room, which beats the time. The diameter of the bell is 7 meters.
There is one interesting effect associated with Big Ben. On New Year's Eve, residents of the capital who live near the tower hear 13 beats of the clock instead of 12. The phenomenon is explained simply - the sound of the bell travels slower than radio waves.
The glorious city of Liverpool has its own docks. The building located there is called Pier Head by everyone. In fact, the docks are home to a complex of three UNESCO-listed buildings.
Today the Renaissance building houses offices, the second building is known to be occupied by a trading company, the third building is a magnificent example of Edwardian architecture..
The whole complex is made in light colors and is in perfect harmony with the docks, as well as with each other. It was at the docks of Liverpool that the documents and permits for sailing the world famous "Titanic" were drawn up. Now these docks have a memorial in honor of those killed on that ship.
One of the most ambitious museums in the world was built in 1753. The length of the galleries of the British Museum is 4 km and contains 94 expositions. In the 18th century, major cultural donations to the museum came from the personal collections of the physician Sloan, the antiquarian Cotton, and the Earl of Harley.
This historical institution contains almost all of the colonial history of Britain.
The exhibitions are located at the Montague House in Bloomsberry. In addition to the collections of paintings, jewelry, household items and weapons, 6 cats officially work in the museum.
Westminster Abbey is an old church listed as a UNESCO heritage site. Previously, the temple was called the Cathedral Church of Peter. The first building on the site of the abbey was erected in the 7th century. Then the cathedral was rebuilt several times.
In 1745, the church was restored in the style of English Gothic architecture. Since then, the abbey has become one of the hallmarks of London.
The modern name of the temple is derived from the phrase West Minster, which is translated as "Western Church". The temple is open every day; on Sundays, services are held for the parishioners.
In Hyde Park, in the center of the capital of England, there is a Speakers' Corner where anyone can go up to the podium and say whatever they think. Freedom of speech in action - this is what Londoners themselves call this place. You can say anything in the park except incitement to murder, war and terrorism.
On the grounds of Hyde Park, there is the Serpentine Lake, in which you can swim in the summer.
The suburb of London is also famous for its attractions. Rochester Castle occupies a large area 60 km from London. The old fortress is 900 years old.
Once upon a time, the Romans lived on the site of the fortress. Buildings that have survived to this day date back to the 11th century.
Tourists can see all 5 floors of the fortress, as well as the Donjon Tower, which is 34 meters high. Rochester Castle is open all year round, closing only on Christmas and New Year's Eve.
The giant Ferris wheel could have spoiled the view of London if it had not been designed by the talented architects Julia Barfield and David Marks.
The height of the attraction is 135 meters from the foundation. "Eyes" has 32 transparent booths, each of which looks like an egg.
The site is visited by 3.5 million people annually. In some booths "Eyes" there is a service of ordering a waiter with strawberries and champagne.
The famous Madame Tussauds has created many wax figures during her long life. Once the collections of the craftswomen became so large that they had to open a separate exhibition for them.
The Wax Museum in the English capital has been operating since 1835. Today there are many show business stars, politicians and public figures in the museum's collections..
Each appearance of a new figure in the museum is accompanied by a gala reception and press coverage. The exhibit building is located on Marylebone Road.
The most complete and versatile collection of paintings in England is at the National Gallery. Almost 2 thousand masterpieces of European painters have been adorned with the walls of the gallery since 1839.
At one time, the gallery moved to Trafalgar Square. There the museum is located today.
When visiting the National Gallery, it is impossible to see all the exhibitions in one visit. If the museum visitor feels tired, he can relax in the local express bar. There is a souvenir shop with books and reproductions in the museum building.
Piccadilly Circus is the most mentioned English street in world literature. It is located in the Westminster area, which is essentially the center of London.
In the 17th century, Robert Baker bought a house on this street, where he became involved in the production of piccadilly collars. The name of the street comes from the fashionable name of the accessory..
Piccadilly Circus, the Royal Academy, the Eros Fountain and sumptuous mansions are what characterizes one of the capital's main streets best.
The legendary and iconic building Stonehenge is located not so far from London - just 130 km from the capital. The monument of ancient civilization is included in the UNESCO lists. The age of stone dolmens, according to archaeologists, must be counted from the date of 5 thousand years BC.
The origin and purpose of Stonehenge is not known for certain. There is a version that the structure is a planetary calendar, a ritual temple or a tomb..
According to the rules, it is forbidden to approach the stones close, but at sunrise and sunset an exception is made for tourists, allowing them to enter the center of Stonehenge.
The Tower of London means as much as the Queen is to all Britons. Initially, the fortress was built for defensive purposes. During its long life, the Tower managed to be a zoo, and a mint, and a prison.
The castle, located on the banks of the Thames, is 32 meters wide. The height of its towers is 30 meters.
The first stonework appeared on the site of Tower Castle in 1078. Today it houses a museum with displays of weapons and British treasures. There is a skating rink next to the Tower, and a ball is held in the castle for the New Year.
The Covent Garden Opera House is the personal stage of the Royal Opera Company. The Royal Ballet also performs there. The first version of the theater building was rebuilt in 1858.
The opera in this theater is under the patronage of the Prince of Wales, and the ballet is under the patronage of Elizabeth II..
The theater hall can accommodate 2200 spectators in one performance. Despite the classical genre, the technical equipment of the opera is at its best. The backs of the armchairs are equipped with screens so that the audience can easily follow what is happening on the stage, and there is luxury furniture in the boxes, because the Queen of England herself watches the performances there.
In Nottinghamshire there is a natural English landmark - Sherwood Forest. The forest is closely related to the legend of Robin Hood. It is because of this legendary character that the British and tourists regularly come to Sherwood Forest on excursions.
Approximately 50 years ago, this forest received the official status of a national reserve..
As all roads lead to Rome, all excursions to Sherwood Forest lead to a thousand-year-old oak tree. According to the legends, the famous robber was hiding in this oak. In the forest there are also places with acoustic anomalies, stones, where once upon a time the Vikings held advice. These attractions attract about 350 thousand tourists to the forest annually.
In Britain until the 20th century, ladies and girls were very concerned about their own reputation in society. The Assembley Rooms is a public building where the women of Bath could attend holidays and evenings without fear of public condemnation.
Bath was the main secular season of England in the 18th century..
In our time, the interior of the building has been preserved almost unchanged. Assembly Rooms houses a museum with a ballroom, tea room and reception room. The Fashion Museum is located in the basement of the building.
Borough Market is not just another capital market. This is a market with ancient traditions, where the best chefs from the best restaurants in London buy products.
Borough Market sells high quality farm products, raw and cooked.
The market has existed in London since the 13th century. It is worth going to the market until 3 pm, as it works until 5, but at 3 the trade is already over. The market is open on Wednesdays and Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
The House of Commons and the House of Lords are located just in the Palace of Westminster. These chambers are open for visits by excursion groups on certain days and by appointment.
Throughout its history, the palace burned down several times. It was preserved in its present form thanks to the architect Charles Barry. During the reconstruction, neo-Gothic elements were added to the main style of the castle.
The front façade of the building on the left is adorned with the Victoria Tower, which houses the City Archives. Tours of the rooms of the Palace of Westminster are held on Saturdays.
Windsor Castle is rightfully considered the ancestral home of the Royal family. Part of the castle is open for excursions. The halls and rooms of the building amaze the imagination with expensive fabrics, gilding and truly English interiors.
Windsor Castle is the largest castle in Europe. In addition, the rulers of England have owned this castle for 9 centuries..
There is always a changing of the guard near the castle at 11 am. The process, common for the royal guards, has long turned into a separate tourist attraction.
Very little is known about the genius writer and playwright Shakespeare. The whole world knows his works, but the biography of the writer and poet remains a mystery.
The museum is located in Stredford-upon-Avon. On the first floor of the building there is a living room, on the second there are three bedrooms. The utensils and furniture in the house were created during the reign of Elizabeth, but they did not belong to Shakespeare, but are only objects of the museum's entourage.
The Royal Gardens are located in the London borough of Richmond. The area they occupy can be called huge. A total of 121 hectares of land is the area in which the Kew Gardens stretch.
The Royal Botanic Gardens received official status in 1840. Since then, his collections have been replenished with rare seeds and herbaria.
Nowadays, more than 30 thousand species of plants are cultivated in the garden. There is a library and a science laboratory in the garden. The seed bank of England is also located there. Greenhouses, alleys, alpine collections and restaurants will surely attract the attention of even the most fastidious tourists. Kew Gardens is a great family getaway.
The zoo in the capital of England presents not only animals to the public. It has departments such as a serpentarium, an aquarium, an insectarium and a petting zoo for the little ones.
About 17 thousand living creatures live in the London Zoo at their permanent residence.
Madagascar teals, storks, gorillas, lemurs, meerkats, lions and tigers are looking at zoo visitors from their spacious enclosures. The zoo has all the necessary infrastructure for a pleasant stay.
The tall and glass skyscraper was erected in 2012. Shard's height is 309 meters. There are 72 floors in the building, the observation deck is on the 68th floor and continues to 72.
The name of the skyscraper is translated from English as “a shard of glass”. The name of the skyscraper is quite justified, because it was created from many glass panels..
The high-speed elevator is able to deliver tourists to any floor of the building in a matter of seconds. In the evening, the Shard is illuminated with thousands of lights, which decorates the streets of London and emphasizes the mystical atmosphere of the old city.
The Church of England has only one main cathedral - Canterbury. The temple is included in the UNESCO heritage list. The founding of the cathedral took place in 597.
The remains of the English Archbishop Thomas Becket rests in the cathedral.
One of the main relics of the temple is the chair of St. Augustine. It is in it that the ordination of a priest to the archbishop is carried out. Also noteworthy are the stained glass windows of the church, as well as a small garden in the courtyard of the church.
Tower Bridge consists of a drawbridge over the Thames. Its opening took place in 1894. When the road section of the bridge is raised to allow ships to pass, the pedestrian area above remains open. Today, the footpaths of the bridge are used as an observation deck. There is also a museum where you can learn everything about the history of the construction of the structure. Tower Bridge can be seen on many English postcards and souvenirs. He is one of the unofficial symbols of England.
Of course, capital London deserves close attention: you can live in the city for a very long time, but never cease to be amazed at its sights, constantly discovering new places for yourself. However, many other British cities are home to countless historical sites, museums, theaters and inspiring cityscapes.
For example, the old university cities of Oxford and Cambridge are the best suited for acquaintance with English traditions. One of the reasons to stay in York is the UK's largest National Railway Museum, after visiting which you can enjoy walks in the medieval quarters of York to your heart's content.
A trip to the cities of Scotland is unthinkable without a few days in Edinburgh. Tourists plan to walk the Royal Mile, visit Edinburgh Castle, photograph Fort Bridge at sunset and, of course, taste real Scotch whiskey accompanied by a bagpipe melody.
Despite the fact that there are not so many historical buildings in Glasgow, it will turn out to be rich in one or two days in the city, walking the streets and parks, visiting museums and galleries, musicals and opera performances in theaters. Of particular interest are nature reserves and parks, which are easily accessible from Glasgow. First of all, it is Loch Lomond and Trossahs National Park, a place of stunning scenery.
In search of colorful sights of Great Britain, it is worth going to Liverpool, Durham, Bath, Canterbury, Manchester, Birmingham, Belfast, Cardiff, as well as small towns and villages.
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