England

Stratford – William Shakespeare’s Birth Place

23-06-2012 Stratford upon Avon is the birthplace of William Shakespeare, the famous English Poet, English writer and World’s greatest dramatist. Also this place is  one of the most popular tourist destinations  in Britain. Famous as the birthplace of Shakespeare Stratford has much more to offer the visitor: a superb riverside setting, historic …

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Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle has a history of more than 2000 years. Built around AD 50- 55, the Roman Fort was once a part of the construction. The strategic site was for easy access to the Sea port. Archaeological excavations indicate that the remains of the Roman wall can be seen even …

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Cardiff City Tour

On our next destination ROMAN BATH, we had a quick city tour of Cardiff. The city Arcades, Cardiff Bay, Large beautiful waterfront, Wales Millennium Centre, etc. and then to Roman Bath, with its hot springs.

Roman Bath – Bath England

In the year 43 AD Britain was invaded by the Romans and by 75AD they had built a religious spa complex on the site, which later developed into a bathing and socializing center. Using the hot mineral water that rose through the limestone beneath the city, channeled through lead pipes, …

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Stonehenge

Stonehenge,  a massive stone monument  found prehistoric era built in several stages, the first one built about 5000 years ago and the unique stone circle was erected in the late Neolithic period about 2500 BC. Stonehenge is found in England’s Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, which is a huge man-made circle of standing stones. …

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London City Tour

This was my 2nd visit to London, however, we visited the following places again: Buckingham Palace The official residence and administrative headquarters of the reigning monarch, Buckingham palace is a major tourist destination. It is located in the city of Westminster. St. Paul’s Cathedral St. Paul’s Cathedral is famous because …

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LONDON – ENGLAND

Buckingham Palace Buckingham Palace is the London residence and administrative headquarters of the monarchy of the United Kingdom. Located in the City of Westminster, the palace is often at the centre of state occasions and royal hospitality. London Eye The Coca-Cola London Eye, the Millennium Wheel, or simply just the …

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