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Visit South of France - Medieval Carcassonne
Carcassonne is a fortified medieval city in the Aude département of the Languedoc-Roussillon area in the South of France. Probably the most famous place in the region. more...
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Newark Castle, Port Glasgow by the River Clyde
By: Rosemary Gemmell
A well preserved ancient monument, Newark Castle combines 15th and 16th century building. The land on which it is built first came into the Maxwell family in 1402. more...
Dunfermline Abbey in Fife, Scotland
By: Rosemary Gemmell
Dunfermline Abbey is an impressive sight with its tall, square tower on which the name of King Robert the Bruce is carved in stone on its four sides. more...
By: Sarah Charmley
Hadrian's Wall was built for the Roman Emperor Hadrian across the narrowest point of England. A visit today yields a fascinating glimpse into a world gone by. more...
By: Tom Wolsey
At the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge visitors will find a historic fort dedicated to coastal defense, first-rate accommodations, and beautiful views of the Bay Area. more...
Somerset House Attractions on the River Thames
By: Kate Nivison
Find glimpses of London's history in beautifully restored Somerset House. This former palace between The Strand and the River Thames is now a landmark cultural centre. more...
By: Rosemary Gemmell
With hundreds of years of occupation and attack, few of Dumbarton Castle's original features survive, although there is still visual evidence of its long history. more...
Somerset House - a Slice of London's History
By: Kate Nivison
From Tudor times, Somerset House on the River Thames has played many roles in the sometimes bloody history of London. It's a great place to visit, winter or summer. more...
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