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Land of the Red Dragon

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There is nothing more invigorating, relaxing and more awe-inspiring than a stay in the land of the red dragon – Wales. With England to its east and the Atlantic Ocean and Irish Sea to its west, Wales has a cool maritime climate. It is blessed with history and culture that runs back to the ancient times and is the proud owner of one of the oldest living languages in Europe. The rolling hills and the rugged coastlines with mountains all around make this land a remarkable stress reliever. This mountainous country is ideal for hiking and climbing. The stunning mountains of Snowdonia are a climber’s paradise and the Snowdonia National Park is one of the most famous and beautiful places in Wales. Brecon Beacons and Pembrokeshire Coast are the other two national parks in this country.

Wales is also the land of castles. There are many ruined castles, hill-forts and fascinating historical sites all over Wales. The Offa’s Dyke is one such ancient boundary wall that runs along the border between England and Wales. The Conwy Castle, Penrhyn Castle, the impressive Cardiff Castle, Caerphilly Castle, the Britain’s largest medieval fortress and the haunted Bodelwyddan Castle are some of the places worth exploring. Caernarfon Castle, considered Europe’s greatest medieval fortress is another of the great castles built by Edward I. You can take a canal boat trip on the inland waterways. The Llangollen Canal and the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal take you through the Welsh countryside. Along the way get a closer look at Brecon Beacons National Park and Thomas Telford Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. And if you want something eccentric to do other than coasteering and mountain climbing, try Bog Snorkelling at Llanwrtyd Wells.

Wales consists of 45 blue flag beaches and forty two percent of the Heritage Coast. If you want to get active with water sports, there is plenty to do, such as diving, surfing, fishing and swimming. Find Swansea, the magnificent coastal city in the south west or make a trip to the isle of Anglesey in the north. Journey on the Snowdonia mountain railway and reach Snowdon the highest peak in England and Wales. In Wales, you are going to find much to do and places that will take your breath away.

Best of British Heritage

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Britain has its own world of splendour, culture and natural gifts to offer anyone who wishes to explore its legacy. Whether it is a small village of historical significance or a great landmark like the Big Ben, there are many places of interest to see in England.

The Stonehenge is possibly the most talked about prehistoric monument in the country. Located in Wiltshire, it is one of the most famous sites in the world. The earthwork of the Stonehenge surrounds a circular setting of large standing stones. This sophisticated megalith construction is arranged in a menhirs circle pattern which has an astronomical significance. It was built in three phases and dates back 6500 years. It is a monument of mystery that is still being explored by archaeologists and antiquarians. The nearby Avebury Henge complex is considered the most significant prehistoric earthwork in Europe.

The ‘city of the dreaming spires’ – Oxford is full of character. The city is famous for its medieval university, the Oxford University, which is the oldest university of the English speaking world. Oxford has specimens of every English architectural period since the beginning of Saxon period. The Blenheim Palace, Christ Church Cathedral, Bodleian Library and Sheldonian Theatre are some of the places of remarkable significance.

With 2000 years of history, the cathedral city of Canterbury holds a special place for its history and heritage. Canterbury is famous for being associated around Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales. The Canterbury Cathedral is a stunning phenomenal masterpiece. St Augustine’s Abbey and St Martin’s Church along with the Cathedral make up the World Heritage Site of Canterbury. This is also the site where Archbishop Thomas Becket was murdered in 1170.

If heritage is what you are looking for, the walled city of York is vibrant with its legacies. Founded by Romans and owning a 2000 years of history it is a city that is well preserved. The largest Gothic Cathedral of Northern Europe, York Minister is situated here. You will also find the Clifford’s Tower of William the Conqueror with its famous dungeons, the Castle Museum and Theatre Royal. Walk on the Europe’s best preserved medieval street, the Shambles and do not forget to visit the Railway Museum.