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The British Museum
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The British Museum's collection spans artifacts from civilizations across the world, with a total of approx. 8 million items, covering regions including ancient Egypt, ancient Greece and Rome, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas. The museum has approx. 60 permanent galleries, and the items on display represent only a very small fraction of the total collection, with its ancient Egyptian, ancient Greek and Roman, and Asian collections being particularly renowned. The south facade of the main building features an Ionic colonnade, and the main entrance is topped by a sculpted pediment. Entering through the main entrance leads into the Great Court, a public space designed by Norman Foster with a white color scheme, where the massive semi-transparent glass roof ensures ample natural light even on London's overcast days. The Great Court was originally part of the British Library; after the library relocated, it was converted into a covered plaza, and the court displays authentic sculptures including a stone statue from Easter Island. The Rosetta Stone bears a decree of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh inscribed in three scripts, serving as the key to deciphering ancient Egyptian civilization and ranking among the museum's most notable exhibits. The Elgin Marbles are sculptural fragments from the Parthenon, dating back over two thousand years, and are now displayed in Room 18. The Portland Vase is renowned for its dark blue glass and white cameo relief decoration, displayed in Room 70. The Tang dynasty copy of Admonitions of the Instructress to the Court Ladies survives with nine scenes and holds significant artistic and historical value, though it is not on permanent display. The Chinese collection is concentrated in Rooms 33, 33b, and 95, arranged chronologically by dynasty with artifacts ranging from Shang and Zhou bronzes to Ming and Qing porcelain, among which the Song dynasty Cizhou ware "circus pillow" and the Yuan dynasty blue-and-white dish with fish and aquatic plant design are particularly worth a closer look. The ancient Egyptian galleries are famous for their mummy exhibits and are among the most visited areas in the museum.United Kingdom · London
Windsor Castle
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Windsor Castle

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• Stroll through the family castle of the Windsor dynasty • View the exquisite treasures in the state suite • Enjoy the audio guide and savor the beauty of the castle Windsor Castle sits on a hill on the south bank of the Thames and is one of the official residences still in use by the British royal family today. The castle was first built by William I in the 11th century, and after subsequent expansions and renovations by many monarchs, it blends a variety of architectural styles, including a Norman fortress, a medieval palace, and Georgian state apartments, and is also one of the few medieval castles in Europe that are still inhabited today. The castle is divided into the upper, middle, and lower wards. The upper ward centers on the state rooms, which display famous paintings, armor, and fine furniture collected by monarchs over the centuries, including works by masters such as Holbein, Van Dyck, and Rubens; the Waterloo Chamber was built by George IV to commemorate the defeat of Napoleon, and its walls hang portraits of allied monarchs and commanders. The upper area also houses Queen Mary's Dolls' House, created by architect Edwin Lutyens in the 1920s, with exquisitely detailed interiors that even include electricity and running water. The central area is marked by a round tower, which was originally built of wood and later rebuilt in stone. Today, it houses royal documents and a photography collection, and the moat garden below the tower is planted with roses and other flowers. St. George's Chapel in the Lower Ward is a masterpiece of English Gothic architecture, founded in the 15th century and renowned for its magnificent stone fan vaulting and stained glass windows—looking up at the vaulting is an unmissable experience when visiting. The chapel is also the spiritual home of the Order of the Garter, has hosted numerous royal weddings, and is the burial place of several British monarchs.Windsor · 94.8km from Salisbury

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1-day tour to Stonehenge + The Roman Baths in Bath, UK | optional English/Chinese/German/French/Spanish guide
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UK Windsor Castle + Stonehenge + University of Oxford In-Depth Guide 1-Day Tour with Multilingual Options
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Stonehenge and Bath day trip from London with optional Roman Bath entry
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Windsor Castle + Stonehenge + The Roman Baths [round-trip from London | bookable for one person]
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OluwanifemiF16 October 2026
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The trip to stonehenge was beautiful. Its a good place to spend time with family. Seeing the stones in real life felt surreal.

Stonehenge

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M43***6219 November 2020
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Great theme park for younger kids. Rides were totally appropriate and Peppa pig world was fab! Been before and always have a great time.

Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

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Adventureswith_p17 February 2024
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beautiful cathedral architecture, and the build is amazing the cafe is lovely a must see for anyone visiting Salisbury

Salisbury Cathedral

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sculptor15 July 2022
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Old Sarum is located in southeastern Wiltshire, England, near the edge of the Salisbury Plain. Salisbury Cathedral was previously located in Old Sarum, but was moved to New Sarum eight hundred years ago.

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Sauk11 April 2023
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Woodhenge is a tourist attraction in the UK that is worth visiting. After visiting it, you can also visit Stonehenge, another attraction nearby.

Woodhenge

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Quah819 October 2026
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Super fast and convenient!No need to book days in advance. I just bought my ticket on Trip.com right when I arrived, and it was issued within seconds. Highly recommend!

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_M1***492 November 2026
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Thanks to our guide, Wendy, for her engaging and humorous explanations throughout the tour. Her explanations were comprehensive and detailed, allowing us to learn about the history and interesting stories behind the artifacts while viewing them. The three-hour tour flew by, and we even felt a little reluctant to leave. Thanks to Wendy, this journey closer to history was truly worthwhile.

The British Museum

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Elaine32822 August 2026
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Getting from London to Windsor by bus (702 green line) is very convenient, even without taking the train. Photography is prohibited inside the church and castle. Seeing Queen Mary's Toy House reminded me of the inspiration for many miniature landscape designs in China. I personally think it's well worth a visit. Buying tickets is also very convenient. If you want to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony, enter the castle around 1 PM to find a good spot.

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Don't miss these attractions in Salisbury: Stonehenge, Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World, and Salisbury Cathedral. If you like Culture & history, try 1-day tour to Stonehenge + The Roman Baths in Bath, UK | optional English/Chinese/German/French/Spanish guide. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour.

You can give Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Windsor Castle Tour with Fish and Chips Lunch in London a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

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