Tuesday, July 14, 2009

England's Great Attractions And Features

By Markus Lampshade

England is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world, and this is mostly due to it's rich history which has resulted in wondrous tourist attractions galore.

Many of these attractions are located in the capital city of London, but there are plenty outside London as well, in fact, pretty much every county or city in England has a rich and full history, complete with landmarks.

Wiltshire for instance is home to one of the most instantly recognisable stone monuments in the world, Stonehenge. The origins of this famous prehistoric site are fairly clouded, but it is suspected to be around five and a half thousand years old and it is reckoned that it was originally a burial ground.

The completion of the monument is thought to have happened over a period of between 1500 and 6500 years, and the stones themselves are thought to have been carried down from Wales. Although how they were carried is still a mystery.

People have since tried to recreate the carrying of the stones along the path that the men of history are though to have taken, using only the equipment that they would have had, but carrying stones that weigh several tons each and crossing rivers and ditches is apparently beyond people of the modern age.

The famous story of Robin Hood is plays another big part in England's history. You can visit his statue which still stands in the city centre of Nottingham near the spectacular castle. Sherwood forest is also available to visit. This was the alleged home of Robin and his men. Although it has never been conclusively proven whether or not he ever existed, there are several literary historical references to him, in some case, from as early as the 13th century.

Stratford-upon-Avon is a place that hold significant historical wonder and irreplaceably adds to England's catalogue of rich history and heritage because it is of course, the birth place of William Shakespeare. Not only this, but it would be a place worth visiting even if it had no historical relevance whatsoever. It is picturesque little town with cobbled streets and a beautiful walkway along the river Avon, and home to Henley street, the street where arguable the greatest playwright in history was born, and is now one of the most popular places to visit in England, with pavement cafes and street entertainers lining the street.

Of course, what is a trip without a great place to stay? You can find some of the world's finest hotels in England, located across the country, you won't be far from some top quality accommodation wherever you plan to go.

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