The largest country in the United Kingdom is England. If you plan to spend a weekend or vacation in this charmingly strict country, then plan your cultural content in advance, because England has something to offer you. So, we suggest you look at the most popular sights of England.
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London Big Ben
The most recognizable symbol of the country of fogs and rains is, of course, in London. Big Ben (or Elizabeth Tower) has a nearly 200-year history. Until recently, this particular building was considered the largest and heaviest in the whole United Kingdom, and the watch dial is the largest in the world. It is these watches that notify residents of the country about public holidays, minutes of silence, the onset of the new year, etc.
The history of the name of the building is ambiguous. According to various versions, Big Ben got its name in honor of one of the best boxers in heavy weight, or in honor of the head of construction work on the construction of the attraction. However, now, since 2012, by the decision of the Big Ben Parliament, it is officially called the “Elizabeth Tower”, in honor of the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s rule.
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Stonehenge
The famous stone circle, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List - Stonehenge impresses with its beauty and unusualness. The name of the object is translated as “stones hanging in the air” or “soaring stones”. One can only guess about the nature of their occurrence, because until now, scientists around the world disagree on the appearance of a mysterious circle.
Researchers claim that some of the 30 stone blocks brought to this territory from far away and differ significantly in saturation with various substances and rocks from the rest. Be that as it may, the ancient Neolithic cemetery and the modern altar of the Druids annually attract tens of thousands of curious tourists.
The place is shrouded in many mysteries and legends, which mankind is not yet able to solve.
By the way, on our site thebiggest.ru you can see the largest megaliths of Russia.
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London eye
The London Eye or the Millennium Wheel is the largest Ferris wheel in Europe, opened in 2000. The height of 1,700-ton structure reaches 135 meters, and this is approximately 45 storey building! No wonder London is at a glance from such a height! The wheel moves very slowly and without stops, which makes it possible to leisurely take a look at local attractions.
In rare cases, the ride is stopped to help older and disabled people get out of the booth. By the way, observation cabins are egg-shaped and are illuminated with bright colored lights at night. For a separate, very impressive fee, they can provide you with a VIP capsule for a romantic date, this service includes dinner, champagne and a warm blanket.
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Wembley Stadium
Europe’s second-largest stadium was built on the site of Old Wembley in 2007. The original design with a retractable roof and the famous "WEMBLEY Arch" seats 90,000 spectators!
The stadium is famous, of course, for the football battles taking place here, which attract crowds of fans from all over the world. Home matches are held by the national team of the country. Of the most famous competitions held here: the final football matches of the 2012 Olympics, matches of the Cup and Super Cup of England, the games of the UEFA Champions League.
In addition to direct sporting appointments, popular artists such as Beyonce, Robbie Williams, Eminem, AC / DC, Metallica and others held their concerts at the famous stadium.
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The Lost Gardens of Heligan
In the south-west of Great Britain you will find a fabulous garden decorated in the style of the 19th century - Helligan. The huge space is divided into several sections with a unique design and exotic plants from around the world! Two sculptures are especially popular among park guests - a huge decorated hill “Giant's Head” and the figure of a lying girl, under a “veil” of leaves and greenery.
The unique stone figures that "meet" you at every step carry visitors as if into a completely different fantasy world of old Victorian England.
Meanwhile, we have an article about the most beautiful parks in London.
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Tower Bridge
Of course, it is impossible to imagine Great Britain without the world famous Tower Bridge. The suspended movable structure of the late 19th century is still the main tourist attraction of the country and its unspoken symbol. In the old days, the bridge was built up to 50 times a day, but now it is done several times a week. That is why it is worthwhile to clarify the divorce schedule in advance so as not to miss this sight.
From evening and all night, the building lights up with thousands of bright light bulbs that look so stylish on travelers' photos. In the afternoon, the local freshness and coolness will become your companions during an unhurried walk and admiring the boats sailing along the Thames.
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Shambles Street in York
The oldest, but perfectly preserved street, not only in England, but throughout Europe. For the first time, Shambles is mentioned in the Book of the Last Judgment, which allows you to roughly calculate its age - and this is almost 900 years! Walking along the street will return you, as if by a time machine, to the Middle Ages.
Previously, this territory was a meat market. Until now, some houses, with protruding second floors, have preserved iron hooks for hanging goods. The street is packed with souvenir shops, many of which are dedicated to the magical world of Harry Potter. There is speculation that Shambles served as the prototype of the famous rubbed-down fans of Diagon Alley.
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Madame Tussauds museum
The most famous museum in the world, founded in 1835 by the sculptor Anna Maria Tussauds. Constant replenishment of the collection of figures does not reduce the popularity and tourist attractiveness of the place.
Sculptors respond very quickly to all changes in politics, art and sports, and timely produce new exhibits. Here you can take a picture in an embrace with your idol. Many statues are almost indistinguishable from living prototypes. A visit to the Tussauds Museum is a must in the cultural program of visiting England.
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Sherwood Forest
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One of the most famous forests in the whole world is actually just a park. Sherwood gained his fame thanks to the noble robber Robin Hood. Probably every boy dreams of visiting the den of a famous character.
According to legend, Robin's “headquarters” was located in the largest oak tree in the forest. Such a tree really exists and brings a good profit to the park! Here you can buy seedlings or acorns of this oak for your summer cottage. However, nobody will give you a guarantee of germination.
There are many other interesting wonders in the Sherwood Forest. For example, recently, a territory with an acoustic anomaly was discovered there. Any word you say (even in a whisper) will be heard for tens and even hundreds of meters around. TheBiggest editors urge you to check out this place!
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Biberi Village
Previously, more than 2,000 people lived in this fabulous place, but now the population has decreased almost threefold. But now a huge number of tourists come here. Gloomy stone houses amid bright green fields and lawns are best suited for relaxation and leisurely walks.
The unprecedented charm of England lies precisely here, in a measured rural life. There are no shops, cafes and hotels and the only sounds you can hear are the murmur of water and the singing of birds. There are snow-white benches everywhere for everyone who wants to relax and enjoy the local landscapes.
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Royal crescent
The most famous and unusual street in the world, with a length of only 30 houses, is the Royal Crescent in the small English city of Bath. Previously, all the houses were inhabited by noble and famous people, each of whom hired a personal designer to make his apartment unique. At the moment, there are museums and hotels, restaurants and offices. Nearby is the equally famous Queen Victoria Park, where picnics, walks, and balloon launches are often arranged.
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Houghton Hall
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The ancient residence of the first Prime Minister of England Robert Warpoll today belongs to the Marquis Chumley. The new owner of the estate is famous for his love of military affairs, it is for this reason that a museum of tin soldiers with open access for tourists is open on the territory. Also of interest is the so-called “walled garden”, where you will find hundreds of varieties of flowers, many bushes and fruit trees, numerous sculptures, fountains.
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The Beatles Museum in Liverpool
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Nowadays, probably, there will not be a single person who would not be familiar with the creative “magnificent four Beatles”. “The Beatles” is a true British calling card. In the house - museum of the group you can get acquainted with the creative formation of musicians, their personal life stories, hobbies and lifestyle.
For the convenience of visitors, the exhibition space is divided into several thematic zones. The first will introduce you to the history of the formation of the group and their thorny path to fame. The second is divided into sections telling about each individual musician. And, of course, the third zone is the layout of the famous The Cavern pub, where the Beatles began their journey.
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Sherlock Holmes Museum
221b Baker Street is perhaps the most famous address in all of London. It was here that the best detective Sherlock Holmes revealed the most complicated crimes, and his best friend, Dr. Watson, helped him in this.
At the time of writing, there was no home in London with such an address. Thanks to the amazing talent of Arthur Conan-Doyle, the world became acquainted with the amazing adventures of the detective, with his hobbies and life. Everyone knows that Holmes was a heavy smoker, an excellent chemist, and played the violin excellently. A lot of exhibits, thought out to the last detail, will help you plunge into the mysterious atmosphere of detective adventures.
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Harry Potter Museum in London
In the suburbs of London in 2012, one of the most fantastic and amazing museums in the world was opened. The museum is dedicated to the magical world of the boy who survived - Harry Potter!
Every year, hundreds of thousands of best-selling fans of Joan Rowling come here to try to pass through the invisible barrier to platforms 9 and 3/4, dine in the Great Hall of Hogwarts, taste magical sweets in the Sweet Kingdom and drink cream beer in the Three Brooms tavern. And that’s not all! Here you will be told about all the special effects that were used in the film adaptation of the book by Warner Bros.
In the neighboring souvenir shops you can buy absolutely everything that is needed in the magical world: magic wands, cauldrons, brooms, school uniforms and uniforms for Kvidich, parchments. Here you can also find completely safe - dangerous items - the Dark Lord's Horcruxes.
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Finally
Despite the fact that England occupies a small part on the world map, it is full of many beautiful places. All the sights of England are impossible to go around even in a month. Misty Albion has a very rich history.
Below we decided to publish some more photos of the beautiful places of England.
Carew Castle
Tixall gatehouse
Buckingham Palace Guards
London city
London Bridge
This concludes our article. We hope that our list of interesting places in England will help you when planning a tourist trip. Tell us, what places did you manage to visit, and what sights of England do you want to see live?
Article author: Olesya Shcherbakova