England's Attractions Outside Of London
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England has one of the richest histories in the world. This has resulted in many historical sites, buildings and monuments which make England one of the world's most popular tourist attractions.
A great deal of these attractions are located in London, like St. Paul's Cathedral, The Tower of London and Westminster Abbey. However, there are many wondrous spectacles located outside the capital city as well.
Wiltshire for instance is home to one of the most instantly recognisable stone monuments in the world, Stonehenge. The origins of this famous pre-historic 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 overall creation of this monument is thought to have been spread over a long period of time (between 1500 and 6500 years!) and the stones themselves are thought to have travelled a long way before reaching their destination in Wiltshire.
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.
Another part of England's history is the famous tale of Robin Hood. In the city of Nottingham where his deeds are said to have taken place, you can visit his statue near the castle in the city centre and visit Sherwood forest, his supposed hideout. It hasn't been proven whether the tales of Robin Hood are based on fact, or are entirely fictional, but there are certainly many historical references to him in various pieces of literacy, some dating back as far as the 13th century.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 cafs 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 accomodation wherever you plan to go.
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