If you like to travel and want to visit some unusual place - pay your attention to England, where there are many small quiet towns of extraordinary beauty. What is their feature? They have preserved the spirit of pristine purity and antiquity, which can be felt only here or in historical films.
Now these cities are becoming more and more popular among tourists, and residents of large cities come here to spend their weekends in nature. These towns still seem to exist in the Middle Ages, and they are located in a variety of places: on rocks and green hills, in small bays and among heather fields. When you find yourself in one of these cities, you feel like you are in a fairy tale.
In some ways, these cities are similar to each other, but each has something special. So, let's list in order:
1. The village of Bibury in Gloucestershire is a striking representative of a small village in the south of England. Here you can see traditional stone houses, all overgrown with ivy, bright green lawns - a typical rural look.
2. The town of Hawksked awaits tourists who will certainly drop by one of the old pubs, walk along the cobblestone streets or hike around Hosked. After all, this is the famous Lake District, where the area is so beautiful that it is impossible to take your eyes off. Incidentally, it is also the birthplace of the romantic poet William Wordsworth and the children's writer Beatrice Potter. There is a house-museum dedicated to her life and work.
3. The seaside village of Bir is famous not only for its pubs, but also for its caves, which are already two thousand years old. Sandstone was once mined here by the monks of Westminster Abbey. Here you can also admire the beautiful sea views and taste seafood.
4. The medieval town of Lavenham. Once it was the richest city in Foggy Albion - all wool merchants gathered here. A special attraction of Lavenham is the half-timbered buildings, of which there are not so many preserved in other cities.
5. The northern town of St Ives is located in Cornwall and is famous for its fresh seafood and specialty teas, as well as for its historical sites. For example, it has its own art gallery. In addition, the very medieval look of the city evokes a romantic mood and brings great aesthetic pleasure.
6. The South West of England can also be proud of its historical "gem" - this is the Castle Combe. Those who have seen the films "Downton Abbey" and "War Horse" know what this is about. This settlement is considered the second most beautiful place in the world. The medieval surroundings have been fully preserved here: St. Andrew's Church of the 15th century, the old Manor House of the 14th century and other attractions.
7. The towns of Upper and Lower Slouter are the embodiment of rustic comfort. A small river flows between them, and residents move from village to village along the footbridge. Tourists here admire the old mill and natural beauty.
8. Charming Shaftesbury - that's what they call him. Gold Hill Street alone is worth a look with its cobblestones and stunning views on both sides. It is here that you can see the ruins of Shaftesbury Abbey - a building of the 1st century.
9. The Cornish town of Tintagel is known all over the world: after all, it is here, according to legend, that the castle of King Arthur is located. True, now these are just ruins. But tourists are happy to admire the exquisite building of the XIV century Old Post Office - this is an unforgettable sight.
