Deep in York's historic bowels is the street where time doesn't seem to exist - called The Shambles. The Shambles, with its lanes, squeezed between the overhanging timber-framed buildings with their quaint shopfronts, is like a journey back in time to medieval England. This scenic street, frequently cited as one of Europe's best-preserved medieval thoroughfares, is also a beacon for tourists and…

Majestic Heritage: An introductionIn London, England Buckingham PalaceAddress: more than just a postal code, Buckingham Palace is at the very heart and soul of British history and tradition. Framed in the heart of London, this architectural wonder contains hundreds of years of history, and the walls have whispered footsteps of kings, queens, and statesmen. Beneath its imposing facade is a living…

A Monument Beyond TimeNo one could call Westminster Abbey just a humble architectural gem in the heart of London. It is a part of the history of Britain, a symbol of the British state and it is, quite literally, a bit of living history which demonstrates to everyone how this island has developed — and how little some parts have changed since the days of Romano – Britain. This majestic building…

IntroductionLocated in the heart of the ancient English city of Bath, the Roman Baths are a remarkable example of the delightful sophistication of Roman engineering and life. These Ancient Baths dating to circa 70 AD provide a unique insight into the way that people lived and interacted, at the technological forefront of one of the most influential civilizations in history. Today, the Roman Baths…

Britain's most recognizable landmark, the Tower of London dominates the north bank of the River Thames. It is a more than breathtaking medieval castle, but it is also keeper to more than a thousand years of British history, from its earliest roots in the late 11th-century decades through to the modern day as home to Crown Jewels and palace of ceremonies. With well over a million visitors every…