DK Eyewitness - DK Eyewitness Great Britain (Travel Guide)

First edition 1995

Published in Great Britain by Dorling Kindersley Limited,
80 Strand, London, WC2R 0RL

Published in the United States by DK Publishing,
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ISBN: 9780241408292
eISBN: 9780241451656

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Inspire / Plan / Discover / Experience

Need to Know

Before You Go

Getting Around

Practical Information

KEY TO MAIN ICONS

PRICE GUIDE

KEY TO MAPS

Acknowledgments

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Throughout the guide the following price categories have been applied:

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t View over Oxfords spires and rooftops

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t Snowdon Mountain Railway, North Wales.

Sumptuous stately homes and glorious gardens. Epic mountains and cosmopolitan cities. Inspirational museums and world-famous festivals. Dazzling in its diversity, with a rich cultural tapestry part woven by the interlocking histories of its three constituent nations England, Scotland and Wales Great Britain offers enough thrilling experiences to fill a lifetime of exploring. Whatever your dream trip entails, this DK Eyewitness Travel Guide is the perfect companion.

Separated from mainland Europe by the merest sliver of sea, Great Britain has some of the continents most spectacular scenery. From the jagged peaks of the Scottish Highlands and the towering sea cliffs of Pembrokeshire to the desolate moors of the Peak District and the sweeping sands of Norfolk and Northumberland, there are miles of spectacular terrain to hike, bike and explore. Many centuries of civilization are etched across this timeless landscape, from mysterious menhirs to noble mansions. Gripping reminders of a tumultuous past evident in ruined abbeys and countless brooding castles add to the intrigue.

As well as being rich in history, youll find Great Britains dynamic cities surging forward with restless energy. Beyond the pomp and politics, London remains an unparalleled entrepot of global cultures, its innovative museums and galleries and diverse music, theatre and culinary scenes competing with the worlds best. Edinburgh and Cardiff show-case Scottish and Welsh culture with exuberance and elan, while regional cities from Liverpool to Newcastle, Bristol to Glasgow are thriving, enhanced by eye-catching architecture and exciting regeneration projects.

Weve broken Great Britain down into easily navigable chapters, with detailed itineraries, expert local knowledge and colourful, compre-hensive maps to help you plan the perfect trip. Whether youre here for a flying visit or a grand tour, this Eyewitness guide will ensure that you see the very best Great Britain has to offer.

Sunbathing on Brighton Beach.

Medieval cottages on the front quad of Worcester College, Oxford.

Piccadilly Circus and Regent Street, London.

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Spectacular landscapes, world-beating museums, postcard-pretty villages, glorious pubs and one of the greatest capital cities on the planet there are so many reasons why visitors fall in love with Great Britain. Here are some of our favourites.