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

The quaint, winding streets of Stromness are home to captivating museums and galleries, compelling historic landmarks and stunning natural views.

Beloved by hikers, this unusual landscape is dotted with fractured rock formations, shimmering lochs and a hidden grassy plateau.

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

Beloved by hikers, this unusual landscape is dotted with fractured rock formations, shimmering lochs and a hidden grassy plateau.

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

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.

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

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

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

This imposing sandstone edifice looks out over stunning views of Belfast and is one of the city\'s major free attractions.

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.

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

The quaint, winding streets of Stromness are home to captivating museums and galleries, compelling historic landmarks and stunning natural views.

From mist-shrouded mountain peaks to plunging sea cliffs and moss-carpeted valleys, this windswept Scottish island is a place of wild, rugged beauty.

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

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

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

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

Built in the Gothic style, this prestigious church is a popular pilgrimage destination and an important city landmark.