Tuesday, May 19, 2015

TOP 10 TOURIST ATTRACTION IN ENGLAND

1. Stonehenge
Stonehenge
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One of the wonders of the world and the huge prehistoric monument built 5000 years ago in Wiltshire, England. Stonehenge is the remains of a ring of standing stones set within earthworks. They believe it was built from 3000 BC to 2000 BC. It was added to UNESCO as World Heritage Site and the most popular tourist destination in Europe.

2. Windsor Castle
Windsor Castle - Royal residence in Windsor, England

The oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Windsor Castle is an official residence of The Queen. A Royal home and fortress over 900 years ago.  It is located at Windsor Berkshire, England. It is very notable for its association with the English and British royal family and for its architecture.


3. Big Ben
Big Ben - Clock tower in London, England
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Big Ben is a nickname of the Clock in a Clock Tower in London. The tower was called Elizabeth Tower, but lately it was rename by just Clock Tower. The 155 year old clock is now one of the most tourist attraction in London.


4. Tower of London
Tower of London - Castle in London, England
geography.or.uk/Christine Matthews
Tower of London is a historic castle located on the north bank of the River Thames in central London. The castle was founded as a part of Norman Conquest of England. It was built by William the Conqueror in 1078. It served as a royal residence in early history, then become a prison. It is the most haunted building in England and become UNESCO World Heritage Site.


5. Lake District
 Lake District - Lake in United Kingdom
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The Lake District is the largest National Park in Cumbria England. It is very famous for its lakes, forest and mountains. These are the main attraction of the Park. A perfect destination for hiking and climbing activities. Covering 900 sq mi, the park is one of the most popular destination of the country.


6. York Minster
York Minster - is the cathedral of York, England, and is one of the largest of its kind in Northern Europe
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York Minster is one of the largest Gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe. It is located in York England. It is run by a dean and a chapter under the Dean of York. It is actually the seat of the Archbishop of York, the second in power office of the church of England.


7. Eden Project
Eden Project
Geograph.org.uk/Pam Brophy
The Eden Project is a collection of unique plants all over the world inside the collected artificial biodomes located in a reclaimed Kaolinite pit. The name Eden Project stems from the 1994 TV Series Earth 2.


8. Warwick Castle
Warwick Castle - Medieval castle in Warwick, England
geograph.org.uk/Andrew Hackney
Located in the beautiful city of Warwick on the River Avon, the Warwick Castle is a developed medieval castle originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068. The castle contains great historic events and adventure like, ancient myths, great battles, and heroic knights. The history was brought to life  by the shows display inside.  


9. The Cotswolds
The Cotswolds - Geographical Feature
Public Domain/Peng
The Cotswolds is one of the most beautiful areas in England. An area of warmth and clarity with stone walls, growth beech woodlands, beautiful skies, and like a medieval villages. It is indeed a must-see place of the country for it is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.


10. Durham Castle and Cathedral
Durham Cathedral and Castle
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Durham Castle and Cathedral are the largest and most impressive examples of Norman architecture in England. The cathedral was built between 1093 and 1133. It has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most visited  site in England.


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