Introduction to British island tour attractions

The United Kingdom is an island country. Although it is far away from the European continent, it still attracts a large number of tourists. Here I have compiled an introduction to the British island tour attractions for everyone. Welcome to read.

Canterbury Cathedral - the Cradle of Christianity

In England, Canterbury is vividly likened to the cradle of Christian faith precisely because of the existence of Canterbury Cathedral. Since its completion, the church has become the missionary base of Christianity in Great Britain, and all bishops who go to preach in various places are appointed and dispatched here. Whenever there were conflicts in the Christian faith in various places, or there was war, Canterbury Cathedral became a safe haven for the priests. Nowadays, Canterbury is regarded as the back garden of London. In less than an hour’s drive, you can enjoy a comfortable and leisurely small town life.

Stonehenge - an unsolved mystery

Stonehenge is a famous prehistoric cultural temple site in Europe. It is composed of huge stones, each weighing about 50 tons. Its main axis, the ancient road leading to the stone pillars and the rising sun on the morning of the summer solstice are on the same line. In addition, there are two stones connected by a line pointing in the direction of sunset on the winter solstice.

It was built 700 years earlier than the oldest pyramid in Egypt. However, there are still different opinions on who built this majestic Stonehenge. Some people think that it was a tomb built by the Celts, the early residents of the area; others think that it was a temple built by the ancient Romans for the god Sheila; and some think that it was a place built by the Danes to hold ceremonies. However, there is no conclusive evidence for these fanciful imaginations. Countless scholars have been searching for the builder of Stonehenge for years. Scholars lament that Stonehenge is as mysterious as the Egyptian pyramids.

Jurassic Coast - a walker's paradise

The Jurassic Coast is one of the most spectacular coastlines in the UK and one of the most amazing natural landscapes in the world. Selected as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, it is also a paradise for hiking enthusiasts.

Walking along the long coastline, the Durdle Door, which looks like an elephant trunk hill, is one of the landmarks of the Jurassic. On the Jurassic Coast of Devon, England, there are countless paleontological fossils like this exposed from the rocks. From the Triassic, Jurassic, to the Cretaceous, 185 million years of Earth history is condensed before our eyes. Durdle Door at night is also dreamlike. Against the backdrop of the starry sky, Durdle Door looks peaceful and peaceful in the mist, like a dream left over from ancient times.

The Lake District - Lakes and Mountains

The Lake District is a rural area in Cumbria in northwest England. It is a popular holiday resort, famous for its lakes and mountains, and was famous for its 19th century It is famous for the works of the early poet Wordsworth and the Lakeside Poets. The lake area spans approximately 34 miles from east to west and north to south. It is a product of the Ice Age and formed into what it is today 15,000 years ago. It includes wide U-shaped valleys formed by ice erosion, many of which are filled with water today, forming Lake, this is where the name of the Lake District comes from.

The Lake District has the most unforgettable scenery of lakes and mountains in the UK, the most peaceful and comfortable pastoral scenery in the UK, and the most romantic literary atmosphere in the UK. It is the most popular tourist resort in the UK...

Edinburgh Castle - the spiritual symbol of Scotland

As the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh can be said to be the representative of Scotland, and Edinburgh Castle is the representative of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle is located on an extinct volcanic rock 120 meters above sea level, overlooking the panoramic view of Edinburgh. It is surrounded by cliffs on three sides. The terrain is easy to defend and difficult to attack, making it a battleground for military strategists. England and Scotland have been separated and reunited for thousands of years, and the history of Edinburgh can basically be regarded as a condensed version of the history of Scotland. Edinburgh Castle dates back to the 9th century BC and was home to the royal family from the 12th to the 16th century AD.

Sky Island - Elf World

"Sky Island" is the place closest to the sky, meaning "wings" in ancient Celtic language. Its nickname in ancient Celtic language is "Island in the Mist" and it is the largest and northernmost island in the Hebridean Islands in western Scotland.

Once upon a time, the residents of the island were trapped by poverty and fled one after another. Only hikers, hermits and artists came from thousands of miles away to see the four seasons of dawn and dusk in one day, and at night when light, rain, thunder and lightning blended, they The unique breath here is absorbed into the chest. Sky Island is the best skyline viewing spot in the UK, with breathtaking mountain and sea scenery. There are fat sheep as bloated as marshmallows, highland cattle with bangs covering their eyes, wild seals lazily on the ground, and undercurrents of clouds holding the island high like the palm of God.

The Cliffs of Moher - the highest place in Europe where Harry Potter flew

The Cliffs of Moher are the westernmost edge of the island of Ireland, the highest coastal cliff in Europe, facing the vast The Atlantic Ocean is famous for its "strangeness and danger". Its highest point is 214 meters above sea level and covers 8 kilometers along the west coast.

As the highest cliff in Europe, the Cliffs of Moher are undoubtedly the best choice for tourists to enjoy another kind of coastal scenery. There are neither flowers nor soft sandy beaches here. All that is shown in front of you are jagged black-copper cliffs stretching into the distance.

Climbing the Cliffs of Moher, or just looking at it from a distance, you will be impressed by its shocking momentum. There is no doubt that this is a place where legends are born.

Loch Ness

Loch Ness is located in the Grand Canyon in the northern part of the Scottish Plateau, England. Although it is not large in area, it is famous for various legends, the most famous of which is the Loch Ness Monster. Well, this legend was recorded as early as the sixth century AD. As for whether there is a water monster, let’s go and find out in person this time.