Title: England For Dummies Author(s): Donald Olson Pages: 482 Publisher: Publication date: 2008 Language: English Format: PDF ISBN-10: 0470165618 ISBN-13: Description: From metropolitan London to the mysterious moorsfrom Bath with its beautiful 18th century architecture to the swinging seaside resort of Brightonfrom prehistoric Stonehenge to York with its medieval walls, England has it all. There are so many royal palaces, massive cathedrals, glorious gardens, world-class museums, and historical sites that you could be overwhelmed, but this guide helps you zero in on the things you like to see and do and plan the perfect trip for you! It gives you up-to-date info on:
* Power-shopping in London at mighty Harrods or the super-chic boutiques of Bond Street or browsing for antiques in the Cotswolds or for pottery in Devon, Cornwall, or the Lake District
* Side trips from London to attractions like Greenwich, Hampton Court Palace, Kew Gardens, Windsor Castle, Oxford, Blenheim Palace, and Cambridge
* Where to pay homage to literary giants
* Castles and palaces that are treasure troves of history and art, packed with rare paintings and beautiful furnitureBuckingham Palace, Kensington Place, Hampton Court Place, Windsor Castle, and more
* Central England, with Stratford-upon Avon, Bath, and the picturesque Cotswolds region, and northern England with Yorkshire and the scenic Lake District
Like every For Dummies travel guide, England For Dummies, Fourth Edition includes:
* Down-to-earth trip-planning advice
* What you shouldnt miss and what you can skip
* The best hotels and restaurants for every budget
* Lots of detailed maps
Title: England For Dummies