Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, located on the north bank of the River Thames, are iconic symbols of London. `Big Ben` is actually the nickname for the Great Bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster, but it is often exten... more
Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, located on the north bank of the River Thames, are iconic symbols of London. `Big Ben` is actually the nickname for the Great Bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster, but it is often extended to refer to both the clock and the clock tower. The Houses of Parliament is the political hub of the UK, where debates are held and legislation is passed. less
Buckingham Palace, located in the City of Westminster, is the London residence of the monarchy of the United Kingdom. Visitors can view the Changing of the Guard ceremony, which takes place in the forecourt of the palace. During summer, the palace`s... more
Buckingham Palace, located in the City of Westminster, is the London residence of the monarchy of the United Kingdom. Visitors can view the Changing of the Guard ceremony, which takes place in the forecourt of the palace. During summer, the palace`s staterooms are open to visitors. Each room is superbly decorated with some of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection, including paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens, and Canaletto. less
Edinburgh Castle is a historic fortress that dominates the skyline of Edinburgh, Scotland from its position atop Castle Rock. As one of the oldest fortified places in Europe, it`s rich in history; the castle was a royal residence, prison, treasury, a... more
Edinburgh Castle is a historic fortress that dominates the skyline of Edinburgh, Scotland from its position atop Castle Rock. As one of the oldest fortified places in Europe, it`s rich in history; the castle was a royal residence, prison, treasury, and military garrison. Today, it houses the Crown Jewels of Scotland and offers stunning views of the city. less
The Giant`s Causeway, located in County Antrim on the north coast of Northern Ireland, is an area of about 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic eruption. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the greatest natu... more
The Giant`s Causeway, located in County Antrim on the north coast of Northern Ireland, is an area of about 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic eruption. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the greatest natural wonders in the UK. The tops of the columns form stepping stones that lead from the cliff foot and disappear under the sea, reappearing in the island of Staffa in Scotland. less
Hadrian`s Wall is a former defensive fortification of the Roman province of Britannia, begun in AD 122 during the reign of Emperor Hadrian. It runs a total of 73 miles in northern England. It was the first of two fortifications built across Great Bri... more
Hadrian`s Wall is a former defensive fortification of the Roman province of Britannia, begun in AD 122 during the reign of Emperor Hadrian. It runs a total of 73 miles in northern England. It was the first of two fortifications built across Great Britain, the second being the Antonine Wall. Much of the wall still exists, particularly the mid-section, and for some distance along this part, the wall can be followed on foot by the Hadrian`s Wall Path. less
The Lake District National Park is located in northwest England, renowned for its stunning scenery of lakes, mountains, and woodlands. It is a popular destination for hikers, climbers, and nature lovers. It also contains numerous historic literary si... more
The Lake District National Park is located in northwest England, renowned for its stunning scenery of lakes, mountains, and woodlands. It is a popular destination for hikers, climbers, and nature lovers. It also contains numerous historic literary sites, such as Dove Cottage, where William Wordsworth wrote some of his most loved poetry. less
The London Eye is Europe`s tallest cantilevered observation wheel, offering breath-taking 360-degree views of the capital and its famous landmarks. The gradual rotation gives you an ever-changing perspective of London. On a clear day, the views can s... more
The London Eye is Europe`s tallest cantilevered observation wheel, offering breath-taking 360-degree views of the capital and its famous landmarks. The gradual rotation gives you an ever-changing perspective of London. On a clear day, the views can stretch as far as 25 miles. It`s a perfect place to take stunning photographs and see London from a different perspective. less
London`s Natural History Museum is a treasure trove of over 80 million specimens from the natural world, from tiny insects to massive dinosaur skeletons. Housed in a stunning Romanesque building, it offers interactive exhibits and galleries like the... more
London`s Natural History Museum is a treasure trove of over 80 million specimens from the natural world, from tiny insects to massive dinosaur skeletons. Housed in a stunning Romanesque building, it offers interactive exhibits and galleries like the Blue Zone, where you can come face-to-face with a terrifying T. rex, and the Green Zone, which includes an earthquake simulator. less
Month | Temperature | Sunshine hours | Raindays |
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January | 7 °C | 2 | 11 |
February | 7 °C | 4 | 10 |
March | 8 °C | 7 | 10 |
April | 11 °C | 10 | 7 |
May | 13 °C | 11 | 7 |
June | 16 °C | 12 | 11 |
July | 18 °C | 11 | 10 |
August | 17 °C | 10 | 10 |
September | 16 °C | 8 | 11 |
October | 13 °C | 5 | 8 |
November | 9 °C | 3 | 9 |
December | 8 °C | 1 | 9 |
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Currency | British Pound |
Population | 67607960 |
Tourists per year | 40960000 |
Tourists per resident | 0.60584582052173 |
Foundation | 1707 |