The United Kingdom is a small country that has caused a huge impact on the world. Long ago the British Empire was very well known as most of the world was controlled by this nation. This country is also very rich in culture and wonderful exotic places. There are 4 countries that constitute the United Kingdom which are: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The central government of the United Kingdom is located in London. This is the capital of England and posses many historical artifacts.

You can also find the Big Ben which is an old giant clock in London. Other places that you can visit in the capital of England are the St. Paul Cathedral and the Westminster Palace. Many restaurants and parks are also an important part of any visit to this city. One monument that cannot be missed is Stonehenge. This place is one of the most mysterious and astonishing monuments on the planet. The stones are over 5000 years old and no one knows still to this day what the purpose of this monument is.

The baths are a great number of hot springs where you can the rest that you need. One city very popular for its churches and cathedrals is Canterbury. The oldest church in England can be found here which the church of St. Martin. You have not traveled to the kingdom unless you have visited some castles. In Wales you will find a great number of castles rich in history. Castles like Caernarfon and Beaumaris will transport you to a time when kings and queens ruled the countries when traveling to the United Kingdom.

If you are a hiking fan you will love Scotland. Scotland has the highest peaks in the whole kingdom. Ben Nevis is known to be the tallest mountain in the whole region with 1344 meters. Anyone that loves hiking will get amazed by the beautiful scenery that this region can offer. The Mourne mountains in Northern Ireland offers awesome hiking with its greatest peak Slieve Donard. If you want to plan an unusual romantic in UK you can try for the gypsy caravan. The caravan is located in Compton Abbas and you will be able to simulate the travel that long ago people did in the wagons.