Fortunately for history lovers, the UK is stacked with opportunities for days out and exciting adventures back in time. There are plenty of world-famous historical landmarks located throughout the country. Explore breathtaking castles, steeped in ancient history and mysterious legends. Learn about the industrial revolution, royal family, or even go back to Roman times. It’s been hard to narrow it down to only eight examples, but here is a selection of the top historical landmarks the UK has to offer. 1. Caernarfon Castle Caernarfon Castle in Wales is one of the most impressive medieval fortresses in the UK. Built in the 13th century by King Edward the 1st, this royal fortress is situated bn the River Seiont and the Menai Strait. It’s surrounded by boats and beautiful scenery. The “castle of dreams” is steeped in legend and history. It’s well worth a visit. The fortress-palace is easily accessible by car or coach and is located off the A487, in the quaint town of Caernarfon. It’s also reachable by train and is 16km from Bangor, Wales. 2. Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Castle stands tall on the volcanic crag known as Castle Rock, looking over the capital of Scotland. This historic fortress was […]