Published 20:00 IST, February 4th 2020
Castles in United Kingdom from Warwick Castle to Dover Castle that you have to visit
Castles in United Kingdom are famous worldwide. Here is a list of a few famous and popular castles in the United Kingdom. Read ahead to know more details.
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Built to keep enemies out while protecting safety, UK’s castles have long captured imagination of travellers from around world. Today, re are hundreds of castles in UK in various sts of restoration or states of decay. Many have become popular tourist destinations and also offers visitors chance to see how life in a real castle compares with storybook tales. Here is a list of most beautiful castles in United Kingdom.
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Windsor Castle, England
Around 900 years old, Windsor Castle is largest occupied castle and oldest official royal residence in world. Windsor Castle is much more than a castle which has grounds include several homes, a large church and royal palace. Situated 20 miles west of London, place is also weekend home of Queen Elizabeth II.
Cardiff Castle, Wales
Set in middle of city and surrounded by Bute Park, Cardiff Castle looks like a rmal stronghold from outside. But once you step inside you can see things start to get really jazzy. During its long history, castle has been decked out with all trappings. opulent interiors have been described as a ‘Victorian medieval dream world’, and it is a well worth place to visit once.
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Edinburgh Castle, Scotland
This striking urban Edinburgh castle is considered as Scottish capital’s most iconic landmark. Do t forget to visit Royal Mile to front gates and re is plenty to do and see inside castle itself. Plan your visit around lunch to hear firing of one o’clock gun and enjoy best views later on.
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Warwick Castle, England
Less than 100 miles away from London, Warwick Castle is kwn for its beautiful interior. Till approximately 25 years ago, generations of Earls of Warwick had resided in castle. But during start of 20th century, Frances, also kwn as Daisy, was kwn around England for her lavish, high-society parties which were held here.
Tower of London, England
Technically considered a palace in London, Tower of London is one of most iconic and oldest structures in London. history of this place is absolutely fascinating. Once you visit re, you can also check out Crown Jewels. See famous ravens and explore turrets and history. Over 2 million people are estimated to visit tower every year.
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20:00 IST, February 4th 2020