About England
Discover the history and culture that left its mark around the globe, from Stonehenge to Shakespeare. England, located on the island of Great Britain, is also blessed with great natural beauty, form the Cotswolds and the White Cliffs of Dover to breathtaking national parks, including Lake District National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore England
Overview
London, England's capital and largest city, seamlessly blends the historic with the modern. Here you will find venerated sites such as the Tower of London, Shakespeare's Globe and Buckingham Palace, as well as iconic modern attractions including the London Eye and the Shard, the city's tallest tower. Some of England's other must-see sights include Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon, York Minster, Canterbury Cathedral, and the Cotswolds.
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What to See
Liverpool - The birthplace of The Beatles contains a cornucopia of Fab Four-related attractions, such as The Beatles Story Museum and The Cavern Club, the music venue where the band got its start.
Stratford-upon-Avon - Explore the hometown of William Shakespeare which lies on the banks of the River Avon. Top sights include Shakespeare's Birthplace, Anne Hathaway's Cottage, and the Old Thatch Tavern.
Stonehenge - No trip to England is complete without visiting this prehistoric megalithic structure on Salisbury Plain that is one of the world's most iconic sites.
Windsor Castle - See one of the official residences of the Royal Family, only a 40-minute train ride from London. Windsor Castle, built in the 11th century, is the world's oldest and largest occupied castle.
The Cotswolds - Rolling hills, honey-colored stone villages, quaint market towns, and castles define the Cotswolds, which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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