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The top 10 places in Great Britain

12 February 2007

If flying to foreign shores is losing its appeal, then look no further, the UK offers some fantastic destinations for you to travel to – be it the allure and the buzz of London, the history of Edinburgh, the shores of Brighton or the tranquility of Oxford. Here is a list of the 10 most popular places in the UK as chosen by the public, with links to maps to help you get around and plan your trip.

London
London offers something for everyone, with an abundance of cafes, bars, galleries, history and, of course, many walks around town. One particular favourite is a riverside walk, taking in the history and the sites of the River Thames.

Bristol 
Bristol is brimming with sightseeing opportunities for you to explore, whether they be historical or cultural. With plenty of places to stay, you could make it a long weekend or a week-long holiday; there’s plenty to see and do. All you have to decide is: do you discover Bristol by foot, bus or air?

Edinburgh
Edinburgh – will you walk up Carlton Hill or to Arthur’s Seat? Both have spectacular views; which one you choose depends on how energetic you feel.
And keeping watch over this green city is Edinburgh Castle, which is a real breath of fresh air.

Brighton
What is it that makes people come back to Brighton year after year? Could it be the charm of the Palace Pier, the Royal Pavilion or The Lanes, an area of enchanting alleyways. For those dedicated to retail therapy, there are jewellery, antique and interior design shops, not to mention the designer label establishments for the seasoned shopper.

Manchester
Manchester has the past and present all rolled into one. Historic landmarks are complemented by contemporary design. This city is the original 24-hour party capital. There are also many beautiful open spaces and places to walk around and visit.

Cardiff
Cardiff has plenty to keep you entertained, from a 2 000-year-old castle to the Wales Millennium Centre. Explore Cardiff with many guided walks or, for the more adventurous, a walk of your own!

Glasgow
Glasgow has it all: architecture, shopping, galleries and great sites to visit. More and more people are discovering just how much Glasgow has to offer. Why don’t you join them?

Liverpool
In its 800th year, Liverpool  is still holding its own. The birthplace of The Beatles and due to be European capital of culture 2008: why not take a trip and take in the heritage of this vibrant city. 

Oxford
Oxford, the home of scholars, royalty and, of course, the world famous Oxford University®. It has both the ancient and the modern, with plenty to do. Be it visiting historic buildings or going out for a drink or a meal.

Newcastle
Newcastle has a vibrant city centre and river running through it. With the Sage Centre, exploring the city’s heritage couldn’t be easier, and with so many landmarks you’ll never be left short of things to do and see.

 


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