Top sigths of Great Britain
London is the oldest city in the country. It was founded yet during the times of the Roman Empire, and at that time London was known as Londinium. There are several buildings that remind of first settlers and that period in the history of the city. The border with Scotland is the location of a very interesting landmark – Hadrian’s Wall. The wall was built in the 2nd century by order of Emperor Hadrian and was named after him. The purpose of the wall was to protect the city from barbarian attacks. City gates in Colchester and Lincoln have survived till our days. These ancient cities also feature ruins of historic buildings, old temples and protective facilities. … OpenChapters of the guide to Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough sightseeing
The third popular hotel of Middlesbrough is Baltimore Hotel. This is a small two-story building that resembles old houses of Great Britain. Guests can also reach any part of the town from this hotel or book a tour. Another modern hotel complex, Wainstones Hotel, is located away from the noisy center of Middlesbrough. In this part of the town you can enjoy peace and tranquility. Here there are many parks and … Open
Cultural excursion through Middlesbrough - things to see
In the vicinity of Middlesbrough, there is a unique historical monument, which has miraculously survived the wartime - the Acklam Hall. This mansion built in the 17th century is now a valuable historical object of national importance. Its first owner was a wealthy local resident William Hustler who made his fortune in drapery. The mansion was privately owned until 1928 when it was decided to open a school here. … Open
Attractions and active leisure
A great selection of entertainment is available to tourists in Middlesbrough, which would be especially interesting for nature enthusiasts. There are many beautiful parks and nature reserves in the city and its immediate surroundings. Stewart is considered one of the most beautiful parks. It is notable for its impressive size and variety of rare plants. Lots of convenient walking and cycling paths are laid across the … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Middlesbrough guests will have the opportunity to get acquainted with traditional Yorkshire cuisine, which has always been distinctive and original. Hearty rustic-style food prevails in regional cuisine. All year round, local restaurants serve wonderful dishes of meat and potatoes, seasonal vegetables and fruits. A large part of meat dishes is prepared from pork. Besides traditional fried meat and rich pork soups, … Open
Traditions and mentality of Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough can hardly be called a typical tourist city. It began attracting the attention of travelers relatively recently. This fact allowed the city to retain a special lifestyle, a complete immersion in which brings the most enjoyable experience. For many foreign tourists, locals may seem overly restrained and private. Such behavior is not at all a manifestation of disrespect for foreigners but just a … Open
Travel guide to Middlesbrough
The permanent symbol of the city remains the transport bridge, which was built in 1911 and is one of the main reminders of the active development of the city. At the time of construction, this bridge was one of the largest in the world. It connected the territory of the city with the port of Clarence. The length and height of the bridge are 260 meters and 69 meters, respectively. Despite the fact that the bridge is … Open