10 Places to go in the UK this Summer
1) Stonehenge
One of the most fascinating things about Stonehenge is the mystery surrounding it. Stonehenge offers an amazing experience to all its visitors. It has been found out that its pattern is aligned to the solstices. The sun rays during a solstice act as the axis of symmetry. Such high procession when advanced scientific tools were not available defies logic. It was originally built in three stages. The first stage consisted of an earthwork structure built in the form of a circular ditch with a bank. In the second stage, timber arrangements were made with postholes fixed in the ground. These postholes were surrounded by the bank. Thirdly, the stones were fixed in place. The three stages of construction took around five hundred years, between 3,000 BC and 2,500 BC. The visitor’s centre hosts the gift shop, toilets, and the exhibition café.
2) Glasgow
Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city and is well known for its architecture, art, and culture.
The sprawling Kelvingrove Art Gallery is world-class, and the West End's shops and bars are the perfect place to spend a relaxed afternoon.
With a thriving music scene and top restaurants like the award-winning Stravaigin, it's unquestionably one of the country's best destinations for a city break.
3) Brecon Beacons, Wales
Whether it's kayaking along tumbling rivers, hiking over high peaks, or eating some of the freshest local produce Wales has to offer, the Brecon Beacons has got it all. Yes, it can get wet, but this is the UK, where rain is a way of life. While other national parks can often feel crowded, the Brecon’s offer something a lot more tranquil than their English counterparts, with views and villages to match.
4) Lake District
The Lake District, is a national park in northwest England blessed with some of the finest scenery in the country including the highest fells and deepest lake. Craggy mountains frame shimmering lakes connected by rivers that course through valleys. Dry stone walls bound fields dotted with sheep, busy maintaining a neat carpet of green. It’s one of the best places to visit to enjoy nature at its finest or get active in the great outdoors. Inspired by the natural beauty of the Lake District, authors and poets such as Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth have called this beautiful corner of England home. In more recent years, expert chefs have given the area more Michelin stars than any other.
5) York
Starting as a Roman settlement with Viking legacies, York had a building boom during the medieval period filling cobbled lanes with handsome Georgian townhouses. This blend of architectural styles makes York one of the best places to visit for a cosy town with a rich history. With more miles of intact defensive walls than any other, it’s a charismatic historic city and an interesting place to visit in the UK.
Within the walled fortifications, York Minster, one of the world’s famous cathedrals, stands imposing over the medieval town centre. The Shambles has become one of the most recognised historic streets in the country, thanks in no small part to Harry Potter.
6) London
As a collection of villages amalgamated without plan over the centuries, London is a capital city that still manages to hold a few secrets despite being the most popular place to visit in the UK. It’s also a surprisingly accessible city. Contained within central London, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament are all easily walkable. Many of the world-class art galleries are completely free of charge. A great way to spend a getaway in London is by visiting one of the local markets. Broadway Market in Hackney has food vans from various nationalities, Borough Market has the best artisanal produce and the Colombia Road Flower market buzzes with an atmosphere on Sunday mornings.
7) Royal Windsor
The historic town of Windsor, conveniently located a short train ride west of London, offers plenty of fun things to do for tourists. In addition to its lovely Thames-side setting and the many medieval half-timbered buildings along its quaint old cobblestone laneways, it's also home to spectacular Windsor Castle, the most famous of the UK's royal castles. This grand old castle has served as the summer residence of British royalty for more than a millennium. It was started by William the Conqueror in 1078, and is the world's largest inhabited castle. Highlights include the splendid State Apartments containing the Queen's Gallery and dining hall, each with magnificently painted ceilings and woodcarvings, and St. George's Chapel, famous as the home of the Knights and Ladies of the ancient Order of the Garter. When you've had your fill of these historic buildings, be sure to also spend time exploring the castle's large and beautiful grounds, almost 10 kilometers long. You'll enjoy some truly memorable panoramic views over Windsor and its castle.
8) Belfast
Once omitted from the itineraries of most travellers to the UK, Belfast, capital city of Northern Ireland, has in recent years become something of a must-see destination. Not only are there numerous historic attractions and cultural experiences to enjoy, but the city’s people have the same welcoming attitude that the European nation of Ireland to the south is known for. One of the city’s top claims to fame was its role in the building of the ill-fated ocean liner, RMS Titanic. This connection is celebrated and memorialized in the city’s Titanic Quarter, home to the impressive Titanic Belfast attraction. Here, you can explore interactive exhibits that deal not only with the vessel, but the thousands of people involved in its construction and, ultimately, its sinking.
9) Snowdonia
Snowdon is the highest mountain in Wales. Situated in the northwest of Wales, Snowdonia is a land of incredible rugged beauty. Craggy buttressed mountains, steep-sided pinnacles, and pristine lakes provide the playground for stunning walks, wild swimming, and adventure activities. There are several trails to reach the top, the best for first-timers is the Pyg Track, an easy-to-follow path that climbs steadily. The views from the summit overlook stunning landscapes and it’s easy to see why it’s such a popular place to visit in the UK. Snowdonia is also home to several well-preserved defensive fortifications including Harlech Castle, Caernarfon Castle, and Conway.
10) Bath
Blessed with one of the world’s best-preserved Roman bathhouses, Bath has been certified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But it’s perhaps the handsome Georgian architecture that gives it the allure that makes it an unmissable place to visit in the UK. Independent shops with an artisan bent and charming cobbled streets give Bath a unique energetic element. Try a Bath Bun (a milk-based sweet bun), enjoy a quality coffee, visit the stunning cathedral, Bath Abby, and inspect the beautiful Royal Crescent.
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