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United KingdomThe United Kingdom is comprised of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. In the States, it’s often referred to simply as “Britain.”
A visit to England often begins—and ends—in London. This capital city has a nearly endless wealth of
Westminster Abbey began as a Benedictine monastery around the year 970 AD. Edward the Confessor greatly expanded the monastery when he ascended the throne in 1042 and became the first king to be buried on the site in 1065. Since the first coronation—that of William the Conqueror in 1066—every monarch but two has been crowned there. And today, more than 3,000 kings, queens, poets and other notable figures are buried or memorialized in the Abbey.
Madame Tussaud’s is a highly popular attraction. This wax museum, known around the world for its stunning life-like recreations of famous figures, originally opened in 1835. The museum features several differently themed sections, from the Grand Hall, which features royalty and heads of state… to the Garden Party with its movie stars, sports figures and politicians… to the gruesome Chamber of Horrors, showcasing infamous murderers and villains.
Oxford, Canterbury and the White Cliffs of Dover are found in Southeast England, while England’s North Country boasts the Beatles Story Museum in Liverpool.
Just two hours north of London is Wales. In the capital city, Cardiff Castle offers guided tours, and guests are invited to climb to the top of the 12th-century Norman Keep to witness incredible views of the city. The Millennium Stadium features a full calendar of year-round events, from rugby and boxing to opera and concerts. And, the National Museum showcases a wide variety of art and science displays, including works by the Impressionists, an interactive area where guests can examine some of the museum’s more rare collections, and archaeology galleries with displays from the Bronze Age, along with early Christian and Celtic treasures.
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, and the striking Edinburgh Castle sits on a hilltop at the end of the Royal Mile. Also along the Royal Mile, visitors can indulge in the Scotch Whiskey Experience, or take a historic or haunted tour. Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, is located on the country’s west coast along the River Clyde. It is known as Scotland’s style capital, due to the more than 30 galleries and museums, as well as full calendar of performing arts and festivals.
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