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.