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 Nottingham
Traditions and mentality of Nottingham
The city of Nottingham is a birth place of famous literary character Robin Hood. It was here in the Sherwood Forest where the famous hero performed his feats and astounded the local folks with his bravery and courage. The streets and squares of the city are named after the hero the robber and his fellows. Annually Nottingham holds a great Robin Hood fest. The Robin Hood Pageant festival attracts tourists from all … Open
Travel guide to Nottingham
In the heart of Nottingham, you'll find a beautiful palace and park complex - Wollaton Hall. This magnificent Renaissance palace that was one of the most luxurious residences of Queen Elizabeth is currently open to the public. Visitors to the country house can appreciate the richness of its interior decoration, as well as admire some unique works of art and antique furniture stored inside. The garden surrounding the … Open
Nottingham for children - what to visit
SphereMania Nottingham is pleased to offer its services to those who prefer more original entertainment. It is designed for teenagers and adult thrill-seekers who are offered interesting entertainment in inflatable spheres. In such a ball, you can roll off a steep mountain or overcome a difficult obstacle course. There are also special areas for playing football in the center. Here you can relax and have fun with … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
For unusual souvenirs, many visitors to Nottingham go to Razzle Dazzle Pots. Its specialization is goods for various hobbies and all kinds of handicrafts. Decorative glass figurines painted exclusively by hand are especially popular with customers. This store will be a godsend for people who are fond of needlework and other crafts. The Bead Shop Nottingham selling handmade fashion jewelry is especially popular … Open
Advices for travellers
6. Local restaurants and cafés welcome tips the sum of which totally depends on the level of the establishment. Upscale restaurants include service fee into the total bill, in middle class eating houses the tips of 10-15% are commonly expected meanwhile budgetary restaurants and cafes will expect up to 5% of addition to the total of the bill. 7. Nottingham is a city of ultimate cleanness. Smoking in … Open
Active recreation
Those traveling with friends who like board games are invited to Ludorati Cafe providing a wide selection of activities of this kind for every taste. Besides that, the cafe is attractive with its spacious atmosphere. Just like ALT Gaming Lounge gathering gamers. The most interesting part for many is that visitors can play games for different consoles, including Super Nintendo. In addition, the club has a virtual … Open