The UK has been a popular tourist destination for some years. This is not surprising, as the UK has everything to offer a soul-satisfying travel experience. Below is a brief review of some of the places to visit that make the whole trip special and memorable.
- Cambridge city – The English city has a charm that is difficult to resist. It is situated along the River Cam, which is on the north side of London. In addition to the top-notch Cambridge University, there are plenty of options to explore culture and entertainment. King’s College Chapel is a great way to visually experience Gothic architecture.
- Chester – The 2000 year old town of Chester is located on the River Dee in Cheshire, England. Tourists prefer the city over others in the UK because of the black and white Renaissance architecture and medieval Roman walls.
- Cornwall – The peninsula is in the extreme west of the United Kingdom. The rocky cliffs look out over the calm sea to the north. The south has golden sand beaches adored by tourists.
- Lake district – The second largest national park in the UK has inspiring scenery in the form of mountains, lakes and hills. These seem to be very well carved by the horrible glacial erosions. According to some data, 14 million travelers crowd the park each year. It is a great place for hiking and climbing.
- London – The captivating city is full of museums, art galleries, elegant green parks, shops and restaurants. Buckingham Palace offers a changing of the guard experience, something not to be missed. Watching the minutes go by at Big Ben should be memorable. A trip on the double-decker bus over Tower Bridge across the River Thames should be fine.
- Snowdonia – The national park offers stunning 360 degree views of the valleys, mountains and coastline. Situated on the coast of Wales, Snowdonia is home to the highest mountain in Wales and England.
- Stonehenge – It features earthworks surrounding a circular stone structure of large vertical stones in South West England. The site at the bottom of quiet hills receives attention due to its history that spans nearly 5,000 years.
- York – The walled city is located at the meeting point of River Foss and River Ouse. It is an ancient city with a rich cultural heritage. York Minster is a landmark featuring the artwork of master artists. Exploring the city without transportation is not complicated at all.
- Stratford on Avon – The county town is a quiet place and is rumored to be home to UK Americans. It is situated in the northwestern part of London. The birthplace of Shakespeare, arguably the greatest writer in the English language, has interesting sights to offer. This includes the Royal Shakespeare Theater, Bancroft Gardens, Nash House, and the High Street.
- Edinburgh – Cobblestone Street and Edinburgh Castle are the perfect memory of the capital of Scotland. The old town has the Royal Mile street that connects Edinburgh Castle with the Palace of Holyroodhouse. The New Town, dating from the 18th century, is full of neoclassical architecture.