There is no doubt that England is a country rich in culture and history. There is no shortage of breathtaking cathedrals, museums, monasteries, castles, abbeys, monuments and gardens. In fact, England is the one of the most sought after tourist destinations for people from all over the world.
Tourists have their own unique tastes; some are interested in top ski resorts, trekking, and sporty activities, while others are interested in history and culture. If you like historical places, England should be the ideal tour destination for you. Although this place is small in area, it is extraordinarily rich in history. This is evident from its amazing buildings and architecture that has stood the test of time. As there are too many sites to see, you may not have time to see it all. That is why you should know the places that you should not miss visiting. Let us have a glance at the best sites to go during your tour to England.
The Tower of London
This tower has been a part of British history and has been there for nearly 500 years. It was mostly used a place for keep valuable things safe. And by the way, “valuable things” doesn’t refer to your travel equipment; it is actually a reference to the assets of the royals. It was also a place for executions of quite a lot of political prisoners. It was also a home for British royals once upon a time. These days this fort has become a place of fortification for crown jewels.
The Houses of Parliament
The brilliant houses of the Parliament and the clock tower that guards it, along with the glorious bell - also known as “Big Ben” - are things you should not miss seeing. These structures are considered as some of the most popular of all the tourist attractions at London.
Stonehenge
This is one of the most distinctive archaeological treasures of England. The Stonehenge is actually a prehistoric arrangement of huge stones dating back to as much as 3000 years before Christ’s era. While some believe that this was once a place of human sacrifice, others say that it might have something to do with astrology. These majestic stones stand in place even to this day, serving as an international travel adventure.
Regent's Park
If you want a place in England to revel with family and friends, this is the place to go. The Regent's park presents a wide assortment of attractions including open air theater, tennis courts, playground, band stand, and a lot of open areas to walk around. You also have the London Zoo nearby, which will certainly cheer-up visitors of all age groups.
Stratford-on-Avon
Being the home town of the legendary William Shakespeare, this is surely a must-see place in England. Here you can pay a visit to Shakespeare’s own ancestral home! You can also visit the beautiful hut of Shakespeare’s wife, Anne Hathaway. Another attraction in the vicinity is Shakespeare's plays presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company members.
Windsor Castle
Dating back to almost 900 years, the Windsor Castle is currently recorded as the biggest castle in service. Although it is still a place of residence for the Queen, visitors are allowed to wander through most areas of the castle, and enjoy the awesome site of the treasures and art works belonging to the royal family.
Wimbledon
You already know what Wimbledon is famous for. Yes, this is the place where the global Grand Slam Tennis event is played. The event is conducted every year starting from the final week of June to first week of July. Tennis players from all over the world come here to compete for the Wimbledon Cup. In fact, Wimbledon is like a holy place for tennis players.
Westminster Abbey
This Abbey, popularly known as "Place of Worship House of Kings”, has stood through history as the one of the most famous structures in England. Actually this Abbey has been there for 900 years or more, holding the graves of several royals and important people. Even today, this place remains a shrine where anyone can visit and worship in peace.
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Steve is a freelance writer living in south-east London. Apart from specializing on tourist sites in England, he also writes about web products such as vista icons, brochures, custom icons, web templates etc.
