United Kingdom Castles & palaces + Historical pictures

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The white “House on the Hill” is the home of the Northern Ireland Assembly and a triumphant symbol of this once divided U.K. country.

Engage with London’s politics in this innovative building that is shaped like a slanted egg made almost entirely of glass.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

Walk the streets of this charming town and soak up its history, architecture and culture before heading out into the nearby countryside.

Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves. 

Visit an important monument to World War II, play a few rounds of golf and gaze up at the iconic tower in the hilltop park.

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.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.

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

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

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

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