A tour of England will make abundantly evident to you that the castles of the UK are accompanied by some very significant, majestic narratives. Travel to England and you will become riveted by the striking number of eminent royal landmarks open to visitors. Discover some of the most enthralling castles in Europe on a UK tour.
London, England -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/25/2011 -- Windsor Castle is an attraction that holds outstanding architectural majesty as well as an extremely beguiling royal history, and so should be experienced on an England tour. St George’s Chapel is a ‘Royal Peculiar’ and holds its own idiosyncratic ambience. It functions as the burial place for a total of ten prominent monarchs, including Queen Jane Seymour, Henry VIII, and Charles I. It also holds status as the sanctified home of the Order of the Garter. Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House is possibly one of the most tantalising highlights of Windsor Castle.
This is the most eminent doll’s house on the planet, after all. It was fashioned with such strict diligence and precision that even its lavatories flush and it has running hot and cold water.
Explore Leeds Castle and comprehend why this fortress was so revered by Henry VIII, as well as other distinguished past sovereigns. Henry VIII, perhaps the most brazen of all the castle’s royal owners, was responsible for much of Leeds Castle’s luxury. He spent an inordinate amount in order to renovate the castle from a somewhat simple fortress into a truly lavish royal palace. An examination of Leeds Castle is bound to make for a consummately appealing experience.
Warwick Castle’s State Rooms have been constantly decked out by consecutive monarchs since the 14th century. George IV was chiefly famed for having accoutered the State Rooms with some exquisite artworks.
Become spellbound by the elaborate and lavish furnishings of the rooms. It is not possible to overestimate the significance of the Great Hall to history; it is the largest room in the castle.
Of course, one of the most renowned of all royal structures in the UK is none other than the Tower of London, must-see on tours of England.
You will be completely entranced by the incomparable Crown Jewels. The Jewels are continuously kept under armed guard in the Jewel House.
Yet they are also held in the most discernible vault on the planet.
The Maundy Dish and Imperial State Crown are still vital to annual majestic rituals. Every jewel comes with its own idiosyncratic and extraordinary royal history. You are sure to be astounded by the magnificence of the 23,578 gems that make up the Crown Jewels.
You truly must spend some time exploring the royal history behind at least a few of the most distinguished and impressive landmarks in the UK on any England vacation. The Tower of London is an obvious choice for many, yet Windsor, Leeds and Warwick Castle are all equally captivating. Take a wholly regal London Open Top Bus Tour to the UK.