A Tour of Southwest England

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Marcanadian

Discussion Starter · May 24, 2012 (Edited)

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I just returned from a trip to England, including London and some of the countryside in the southwest. I've taken loads of photos as you can imagine, and I'll be posting them here as they continue uploading.

I brought a travel companion with me along the trip, which some of you may recognize. So let's begin, and enjoy!

First stop was Stonehenge in the County of Wiltshire. The monument is said to date back anywhere from 3000-2000 BC. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, nobody knows for sure what the stones represent. Some believe it was an ancient burial ground, while others think it is a massive sundial. Only some of the original stones remain at the site today.

Stonehenge by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Stonehenge by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Stonehenge by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Stonehenge by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Stonehenge by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Stonehenge by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Stonehenge by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Less than 15 kilometres south of Stonehenge is the City of Salisbury, with a population of about 40,000 people.

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury is most famous for its cathedral, which was completed in 1258.

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Salisbury by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Coming up next: Bath

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Marcanadian

Discussion Starter · #2 · May 24, 2012

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The City of Bath has a population of about 85,000 people and is known for its Roman Baths. The City was established in AD 43 by the Romans who built spas and a temple. The City became a World Heritage Site in 1987.

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

The entrance to the Roman Baths.

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath Abbey, founded in the 7th century.

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Bath by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Next up: Portland and Lulworth Cove

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Marcanadian

Discussion Starter · #3 · May 24, 2012

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The Isle of Portland lies on the southernmost point of the County of Dorset. The Royal Navy has barracks in this area, where sailing activities will also take place during the 2012 Olympics.

Portland by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Portland by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Portland by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Portland by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Portland by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Portland by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Portland by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Portland by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Portland by Marcanadian, on Flickr

A short stop in Weymouth, a popular beach destination.

Weymouth by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Weymouth by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Corfe Castle dates back to the 11th century and was built by William the Conqueror. It was demolished shortly after the castle was assaulted, leaving only ruins today.

Corfe Castle by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Corfe Castle by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Corfe Castle by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Corfe Castle by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Lulworth Cove forms part of Southern England's Jurassic coastline, which is a World Heritage Site.

Lulworth Cove by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Lulworth Cove by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Lulworth Cove by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Lulworth Cove by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Lulworth Cove by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Lulworth Cove by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Lulworth Cove by Marcanadian, on Flickr

Waiting for the train from Dorchester to London. Be on the lookout for my London thread!

Dorchester by Marcanadian, on Flickr

:cheers:

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Greg95100

· #4 · May 24, 2012

Really beautiful! Thank you for the pics!

aljuarez

· #5 · May 25, 2012

I'll be waiting for those updates. Good work!

Marcanadian

Discussion Starter · #6 · May 25, 2012

Thanks, I've already updated the thread.

I have about 400 photos in total, so I won't be posting all of them in here out of respect for people's browsing capacities. But if you want more, check out the flickr link in my signature. My London thread should be up soon.

Taller Better

· #7 · May 25, 2012

Absolutely outstanding shots, marcanadian! You hit some of my very favourite sites!

Linguine

· #8 · May 25, 2012

fabulous photo tour, thanks for sharing Marcanadian..:cheers:

DWest

· #9 · May 26, 2012

great shots indeed.

Jonesy55

· #10 · May 26, 2012

Thanks for the report! The SW of England (with the exception of Bath) doesn't seem to get that many foreign tourists which is ironic as it is probably the most popular part of the country for UK holidaymakers....

RobertWalpole

· #11 · May 26, 2012

Superb!

yubnub

· #12 · May 26, 2012

Really great pics, it's good to see someone from NA exploring more of the country than just London :cheers:

DarkLite

· #13 · May 26, 2012

Beautiful photos, it's curious how come of the roofs are starting to turn orange.
Some shots look quite parisian.

Marcanadian

Discussion Starter · #14 · May 26, 2012

DarkLite said:
Beautiful photos, it's curious how come of the roofs are starting to turn orange.
Some shots look quite parisian.

That's what I noticed about Bath. It seemed French in style, yet has distinct Roman influences in an English setting.

SO143

· #15 · May 27, 2012

:applause:

Bristol Mike

· #16 · May 27, 2012

Great tour. Lovely pics from my end of the country.

Talbot

· #17 · Jun 11, 2012

Awesome! Thank you for sharing!

DanielFigFoz

· #18 · Jun 11, 2012

Jonesy55 said:
Thanks for the report! The SW of England (with the exception of Bath) doesn't seem to get that many foreign tourists which is ironic as it is probably the most popular part of the country for UK holidaymakers....

Thats very true!

Interesting photos, what did you think of Bath?

MyGeorge

· #19 · Jun 14, 2012

wow! nice shots of the ancient stonehenge
and Salisbury's cathedral is awesomely perfect.

Marcanadian

Discussion Starter · #20 · Jun 15, 2012

DanielFigFoz said:
Thats very true!

Interesting photos, what did you think of Bath?

Bath was very vibrant, busy and beautiful. It was probably the best part.

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