United Kingdom Attraction, Flowers, Food, Gardens & parks, Historic buildings, Historical, Museum + Nature pictures

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The capital of Scotland combines ancient architecture and fascinating history with a vibrant cultural scene and world-famous festivals.

With an opulence worthy of the former monarchs buried inside, this 15th-century chapel is the go-to spot for royal ceremonies and weddings.

Wander between campus buildings and architectural landmarks, visit museums, catch a theater show and admire outdoor art displays at this city center university. 

Gaze out over this beautiful series of waterfalls, a popular tourist attraction for over a hundred years.

Appreciate the cultural transformation this waterfront city has undergone, with the World War II-damaged center now home to fashionable restaurants and maritime attractions.

Step into a fairy-tale village inside Snowdonia National Park and surround yourself with mountains, forests, rivers and waterfalls.

Visit this ancient and beautiful cathedral to attend a service or just admire the wonderful architecture.

Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War. 

Learn about Wales’ proud heritage and language in this historic region, as you travel by rail past castles and mountains.

This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.

Manchester is the city where the Industrial Revolution flowered, Victorian values triumphed, football unites and divides, and where culture is now king.

Part of a 16th-century estate with ties to the English Civil War, this park has a range of grasslands, meadows and gardens straddling the River Thames.

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.

One of London’s largest parks was once a royal hunting ground and is now a popular place to enjoy pretty flower displays, live music and superb city views.

Enjoy the stunning scenery surrounding this fine medieval fortress and learn about the dramatic historical events that took place here over the centuries.

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.

Stroll along this spectacular bay and admire its turquoise waters, white sand and intriguing rock formations, including a precariously balanced stone.

Learn about Wales’ proud heritage and language in this historic region, as you travel by rail past castles and mountains.

This world-famous landmark is at the heart of modern London life, and a testament to the city’s rich engineering and commercial history.

Visit this cathedral to learn about the history behind London’s most iconic church and its Baroque dome that overlooks the city.