12 must see places

London and Big Ben
London

City

The capital is of course an absolute must-see. Although it's often said that London is not typical England, this is true of every capital city. Instead, London is a lively, vibrant city with something for everyone. London is full of historic sites, museums, theatres, concert halls and cultural festivals. London is full of parks and green spaces. London is full of stadiums, sporting events and football. London is full of restaurants from all…

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Cornwall
Cornwall

Coast

If you want to head to the real English countryside and still enjoy the sea, cliffs and wide beaches, the Cornwall peninsula is the place to be. Its western tip is aptly called "Land's End", the end of the world.

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Old Man of Storr
Isle of Skye

Island

The most beautiful and wildest countryside in Scotland can undoubtedly be found on the iconic Isle of Skye. Incredible rock formations, cliffs, rugged mountains and gentle pastures with whiskey distilleries will be reason enough to visit.

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York
York

Tourist town

The centre of the famous county of Yorkshire, the city of York is a beautiful historic and university town that originally gave its name to its younger, more famous and much larger American counterpart, New York.

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Peak District NP
Peak District NP

National Park

The undulating hilly national park south of Manchester is famous for its extensive heathland. The Peak District is criss-crossed with footpaths and its centre, Castleton, is easily accessible by road from both Manchester and Sheffield.

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Lake District NP
Lake District NP

National Park

England's largest national park, full of lakes, is almost always in a brooding atmosphere. Gentle hills, sparse population, lakes, rivers. The Lake District is best reached by the M6 motorway, roughly halfway between Manchester and Carlisle.

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Brighton
Brighton

Tourist town, Sandy beach

Just an hour's train ride from Victoria Station takes you to this coastal town, which is especially worth a visit during the summer months. Here you can explore the Royal Pavilion, enjoy the pier, which as well as bistros and restaurants offers rides and amusements, or experience the vibrant nightlife in one of Brighton's clubs or bars. And don't forget that this city is also often referred to as the 'gay capital of the UK' - gay pride is…

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English Bath
Bath

Tourist town, Hot Spring

Roman baths, historic alleys or a modern spa with a rooftop pool overlooking the historic part of the city can all be found in Bath. If you want to enjoy a few hours in the hot water and saunas and don't mind the higher prices, definitely visit the Bath Spa, the view of old Bath from the heated pool with steam rising from it is unbeatable. The A4 public transport bus (Air Decker) runs directly from Bristol Airport to the city centre.

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Stonehenge
Stonehenge

Archaeological site

It's hard to say whether Ylvis eventually learned the significance of Stonehenge, but you may very well find out when you visit this world-famous monument. From London, you can take advantage of travel agencies, or you can drive to Amesbury and from there head to Stonehenge yourself.

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Wales
Wales

Cardiff, the capital of Wales, may not be the typical tourist attraction in Britain, but it's undoubtedly got something going for it. What was once a rather industrial city has managed to transform itself into a modern metropolis that, in addition to its historical sights, can also lure you to many summer festivals, for example. In addition to Cardiff, the natural beauty of Wales is of course also worth a visit.

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Cattle and bagpipes
Scotland

The capital Edinburgh, the largest city Glasgow, the Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and many other "lochs", the Orkney Islands and Shetland, Scotland simply offers so much that it is impossible to do it all in one visit. It also means that you have to come back once to experience more. When visiting Scotland, don't forget to visit the Isle of Skye, an easily accessible island in the Inner Hebrides archipelago. The brooding landscape with the…

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Armoy
Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland also has much to offer. The famous Giant's Causeway and the capital Belfast are definitely worth a visit. The complex history of Northern Ireland, which was the birthplace of the Republican (P)IRA, which was active between 1969 and 2005 and was responsible for many terrorist attacks during that time, is also undoubtedly an interesting subject to learn about.

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