March 16, 2011
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The Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is Northern Ireland’s most thrilling short walk — a 20-metre-long suspension bridge swaying 30 metres above the churning Atlantic Ocean, connecting the mainland coast of County Antrim to the tiny rocky island of Carrickarede. Originally erected by salmon fishermen over 350 years ago, today the bridge is one of the Causeway […]
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March 9, 2011
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Windsor Castle in England – the longest-occupied castle in Europe Updated: June 10, 2020 | By Claire | 3 Replies More Windsor Castle is the medieval castle and the oldest royal residence in Great Britain. It is located in the southeastern part of the country, about 10km west of London. Windsor Castle dates from the […]
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February 15, 2011
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Peak District National Park – the oldest national park in United Kingdom Updated: June 10, 2020 | By Claire | More Peak District National Park is the oldest national park in United Kingdom, located in the middle of England, less than 35 km southeast of Manchester. Peak District National Park was designated in 1951 and […]
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Categories: Nature, United Kingdom
August 10, 2010
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Stonehenge is the most famous prehistoric monument in the world — a haunting circle of colossal sarsen stones and bluestones rising from the Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, whose purpose, construction methods, and precise astronomical alignments have fascinated and mystified humanity for over 5,000 years. A UNESCO World Heritage site and Britain’s most iconic ancient […]
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August 1, 2010
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Severn Bore – surfing on the river Severn in England, United Kingdom Updated: January 14, 2020 | By Claire | More One of the most impressive displays of Mother Nature’s power can be seen along the lengths of the River Severn. The Severn Bore is considered to be the second highest tidal bore in the […]
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July 31, 2010
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London – the largest city of Europe Updated: February 7, 2020 | By Claire | 1 More For more than two thousand years, the city of London has been considered to be one of the most influential settlements in the region. The city was founded and named by the Romans during their reign throughout most […]
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July 29, 2010
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Glen Coe – a narrow valley with towering mountains on either side | Scotland, UK Updated: January 7, 2020 | By Claire | More In the Scotland Highlands, you will find the popular Glen Coe. Many people insist that the coe is perhaps one of the most beautiful locations in the entire country. The area […]
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July 26, 2010
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Snowdonia National Park – one of the most visited locations in the United Kingdom Updated: January 5, 2020 | By Claire | More Covering an area of 2,132 square kilometers, the Snowdonia National Park is the third largest national park in the United Kingdom. The park stretches the vast distance between the Cardigan Bay to […]
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July 25, 2010
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Henrhyd Falls – the tallest waterfall in South Wales, United Kingdom Updated: January 9, 2020 | By Claire | More At twenty-seven meters, the tallest waterfall in all of South Wales is none other than that of the Henrhyd Falls. You will find the falls located along the southern most edge of the Brecon Beacons […]
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July 24, 2010
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Wookey Hole Caves – populat tourist attraction near Bristol, England, UK Updated: January 5, 2020 | By Claire | More Located along the southernmost edges of the Mendip Hills, you will find the village of Wookey Hole and its popular attraction, Wookey Hole Cave. The cave was formed by the River Axe as it slowly […]
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