This unique house in Ambleside, in the Lake District, was put on a bridge to avoid land tax! Bridge House is probably the most photographed building in the Lake District. The tiny building, originally an apple store for nearby Ambleside Hall, was built over Stock Beck in the 17th century to avoid land tax! An influential family, The Braithwaites, built Bridge House to … [Read more...] about The Lake District Bridge House in Ambleside
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The Shambles, York: One of Europe’s best-preserved medieval streets
Nestled within the heart of York lies The Shambles, an iconic thoroughfare celebrated as one of Europe’s most impeccably preserved medieval streets. Wandering along The Shambles feels akin to stepping back in time, as its narrow passageway winds through timber-framed buildings dating back to the 13th century. Documented in the Domesday Book, this historic street boasts a … [Read more...] about The Shambles, York: One of Europe’s best-preserved medieval streets
Uffington White Horse: 3,000 Year Old Prehistoric Hill Figure
The internationally-renowned Bronze-Age Uffington White Horse in Oxford can be seen from miles away. It is believed to be the oldest hill figure in Britain, dating back over 3,000 years to the late Bronze Age. The figure is created by cutting trenches into the hillside and filling them with crushed white chalk, giving it a striking appearance against the green … [Read more...] about Uffington White Horse: 3,000 Year Old Prehistoric Hill Figure
Discover Komodo Island: Indonesia’s Small Piece of Paradise
Indonesia's Small Piece of Heaven Komodo Island, a stunning destination in Indonesia, is renowned for hosting the world's largest lizards, the Komodo dragons, which are exclusive to this untamed sanctuary. The island is predominantly inhabited by dragons rather than humans, with around 2500 dragons and fewer than 2000 residents. Despite this, it attracts numerous daily … [Read more...] about Discover Komodo Island: Indonesia’s Small Piece of Paradise
Belle Tout Lighthouse
The Belle Tout Lighthouse, also spelled Belle Toute, is a decommissioned lighthouse and British landmark located at Beachy Head, East Sussex, close to the town of Eastbourne. It has been called "Britain's most famous inhabited lighthouse" because of its striking location and its use in film and television. The Grade II listed building was moved in one piece in 1999 to prevent … [Read more...] about Belle Tout Lighthouse