Top sigths of Great Britain
When it comes to architecture landmarks, Westminster Abbey has the honourable right to be mentioned first. The building of the abbey started yet in the 11th century. There are graves of kings and noble people in territory of the sanctuary. The history of Westminster Abbey is tightly connected to the history of British royal families and aristocracy. Buckingham Palace and the park in front of it are very famous landmarks of the medieval period. Luxurious halls and rooms of the palace keep priceless relics, jewellery of the royal family and a big collection of art. While talking about famous buildings, it’s simply impossible to fail to mention London Tower. During its 9 centuries long history, Tower changed its status many times; it was a fortress, a king’s residence, a treasury, an observatory, but it was always an important building. … OpenChapters of the guide to Motherwell
Cultural excursion through Motherwell - things to see
Local authorities decided to preserve unique architectural monuments of the industrial village. All the buildings of old fabrics and houses of the 18th century were reconstructed. Now, New Lanark is a unique architectural complex of historical significance. It is also a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Remarkably, about 200 people live in the village now. They work in a tourist sphere. Every year, the historic … Open
Attractions and active leisure
Golf fans have an opportunity to visit the themed Golf Asylum that is a perfect place for family recreation too. In the indoor center, there are golf courses of various complexity levels. Here, you can also rent everything necessary for playing golf. There is an excellent cafe that is very popular with local people. In summer, there are a lot of beautiful places for walks. Near the city, there are popular sports … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Electric is a stylish bar that is very popular with thrifty tourists. Here, you can taste popular Scottish dishes at reasonable prices. With its interior, it resembles a classic British pub. Its visitors have a wide choice of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and traditional snacks. Here, you should taste farm meat delicacies and the best cheeses from local factories The Regale restaurant is perfect for … Open
Traditions and mentality of Motherwell
The citizens also like fishing. This kind of hobby is family entertainment. Traditionally, the locals can go fishing at any time of the year. One of the most prestigious entertainments here is catching salmonids. Active tourists can order a fishing trip. It is also a good opportunity to admire natural beauties. The indigenous people’s love of nature is relevant not only for the suburban area, but also for … Open
Motherwell for children - what to visit
In the city, there are a lot of cafes and restaurants that you should visit with children to taste wonderful dishes of the local cuisine and especially sweets. You should visit the Hope Cafe for delicious cookies, Equi's Motherwell - for unrivaled ice cream, and Funtastica Love Coffee - for wonderful cakes. Scoffs offer a wide choice of delicious pies, so treat your children with them too. The Rainforest … Open
Advices for travellers
1. Active tourists are better to visit Motherwell in summer. At this time of the year, more sightseeing tours are available. In the city and its surroundings, all sports centres are open. 2. In the immediate surroundings of the city, there are several unique hotels opened in old castles. Such hotels are distinguished by affordable prices. There are rooms even for thrifty tourists. 3. Those who want to … Open