Best of England :
England has an extensive historical background and there’s something to offer for everyone in this country. That is the key reason why it attracts so many people from all over the world. Most of the historical buildings, cathedrals and landmarks have become places of interest.
Some of them are :
Buckingham Palace :
The Buckingham Palace has been the official residence of English royalty since 1837. It is built on 40 acres of land .The east side of the palace, which faces the picturesque garden, was added to the main building in 1847 .
Stonehenge :
Built in the Neolithic era , Stonehenge is sited on Salisbury plain in Wiltshire .
There are countless myths about Stonehenge and the purpose behind its existence.
Which range from a druid temple to a burial ground , a place for sun worship to an astronomical calendar .
Lake District :
The Lake District National Park is England’s largest national park and the most beautiful one as well. Set in the county of Cumbria in north west England , lake district has a serene blend of mountains and lakes which contains 16 lakes and 53 tarns. It is a walker’s paradise.
The Roman Baths and The Pump Room :
The Roman Baths and the temple of Goddess Sulis Minerva goes 2000 years back in time. The great bath is bordered by 19th century arcading. It has a lead base and Romans Paving .The pump room used to be a meeting place of the Romans. It is one of the biggest tourist attractions of London.
The Tower of London and The Crown Jewels :
The tower of London is one of the most visited places in Britain. It was the domicile of all the kings from 11th century to 16th. The tower has been a palace, a zoo, a prison, a treasury and an arsenal . The Crown Jewels have been here from 1303 .
The Jewel House is based in Waterloo Block. Travellers can view the Royal Maces, swords and other ceremonial items here.
Windsor Castle :
Windsor castle was first built by William the conqueror in 1080. It is the largest inhabited castle in the world and one of the Queens official residences. Masterpieces of legendary
artists like Rembrandt, Rubens, Holbein and Van Dyck are displayed here.