United Kingdom Art, Gardens & parks, Historic buildings, Nature + Winter pictures

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Scotland’s capital is filled with attractive landmarks, parks and gardens, and hosts cultural festivals that draw millions of visitors each year.

Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.

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

Stroll along this spectacular bay and admire its turquoise waters, white sand and intriguing rock formations, including a precariously balanced stone.

Build your courage for the many carnival rides on the People’s Pier and explore the sights backing onto this beach.

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

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

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Falkirk’s famous horse sculptures became instantly iconic the moment they were unveiled and today they are one of the most popular sights in central Scotland.

Big Ben, Nelson’s Column, the Tower of London and Abbey Road; every corner in London has a tale to tell.

Build your courage for the many carnival rides on the People’s Pier and explore the sights backing onto this beach.

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

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

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

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

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

Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.

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.

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

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.