United Kingdom Art, Castles & palaces, Flowers, Historic buildings, Landscape, Modern architecture, Museum, Nature + Winter pictures

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The ‘Athens of the North’ is an excellent choice for a traveller seeking variety.  Edinburgh is a bustling city, full of history, with countryside tranquillity on its doorstep.

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Walk the streets of this charming town and soak up its history, architecture and culture before heading out into the nearby countryside.

Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War. 

One of London’s largest parks was once a royal hunting ground and is now a popular place to enjoy pretty flower displays, live music and superb city views.

One of the elite few that can legitimately call itself a global city, London is rich in history, packed with places of interest and truly somewhere where there is a story to discover around almost every corner.

Build your courage for the many carnival rides on the People’s Pier and explore the sights backing onto this beach.

Enjoy some of the best views of the London skyline from this historic borough. One of the city\'s oldest neighborhoods is home to many of its top attractions. 

Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves. 

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.