Friday, September 17, 2010

Where to holiday in UK

UK (United Kingdom) is one of the best known countries to be considered for a holiday. Also known as Britain, the country is bordered by the water bodies like English Channel, Arctic Sea, Irish Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. 
From zoos and amusement parks to castles, historic sites, gardens, Safari Parks, theme parks Abbeys and Cathedrals there are a lot many on the cards to explore.


Holiday Places in UK

UK welcomes you with great choices of interesting places to visit. You can either choose a particular theme, or mix and match some of the best ones of different themes. Some of the famous holiday destinations in UK are:
  • Salisbury Cathedral: This is  one of the most visited holiday destination in UK. It attracts people with its 13th century Cathedral that has a tall tapering top. The building preserves an ancient history of about 750 years. The old clock at the building still gives a perfect time. To see the main attraction of the Spire in the Cathedral, you have to climb 332 steps.
  • Hampton Court Palace: The origin of this beautiful castle traces back to the 11th century. The palace was owned by Henry III, Elizabeth I and Wolsey. Enter the Palace and explore the kitchen, Queen’s apartment, rooms, and halls. Don’t forget to check the world famous maze and the Privy garden, which lies outside the Palace.
  • Stonehenge: As a prehistoric monument of Britain, the Stonehenge attracts people from all corners of the world. The Stonehenge belongs to the 3000 BC. This stone circle was constructed with Bluestones and Sarsen stones, which are believed to have been transported from a great distance. The Stonehenge carries several stories. Some say that these were build as worshipping spot, while others believe that these were meant for sacrifice and punishment.
  • Robert Albert Hall: The Robert Albert Hall is one of the best holiday destinations in Britain. Located in London the Hall plays a host to several art shows. It has a seating arrangement to accommodate around 5,500 audiences. Besides art shows, concerts and rock shows are also held at the Robert Albert Hall.
  • The Royal Pavilion: The Royal Pavillion in Brington will certainly get your admiration for its beauty. It is one of the most spectacular holiday destinations in Britain. The Royal Pavillion was constructed by George 1V as a summer house. George IV was known as a lover of beauty. The monument has an Indian and Chinese influence and is very colorful.
  • St. Ives: If you want to spend your vacation near the beaches, St Ives at Cornwall is where you should be. The St. Ives welcomes you to its beautiful places which include the craft shops, fishermen’s cottages, and art galleries. You will love to camp at this beautiful and serene location and feel the sea breeze on you.

Must Visit Tourist Places in UK

  • York Minister

  • Stratford on Avon

  • Edinburgh Castle

  • Iron Bridge

  • London Eye

  • Snowdonia

  • The Monument

  • Tower Bridge Exhibition

UK has amazing sightseeing locations to make your holiday experience the best one. You can plan out your trip to the various holiday destinations in UK and expect to have a great time in this country.

1 comment:

  1. The Merlin Entertainments London Eye is one of the most popular destinations in U.K because it is the largest Ferris wheel in Europe. The height of London eye is 135 m (443 ft) and every year tourist’s visit in a huge number. I’d definitely visit there in my next tour to London.

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