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• Stroll through the family castle of the Windsor dynasty • View the exquisite treasures in the state suite • Enjoy the audio guide and savor the beauty of the castle Windsor Castle sits on a hill on the south bank of the Thames and is one of the official residences still in use by the British royal family today. The castle was first built by William I in the 11th century, and after subsequent expansions and renovations by many monarchs, it blends a variety of architectural styles, including a Norman fortress, a medieval palace, and Georgian state apartments, and is also one of the few medieval castles in Europe that are still inhabited today. The castle is divided into the upper, middle, and lower wards. The upper ward centers on the state rooms, which display famous paintings, armor, and fine furniture collected by monarchs over the centuries, including works by masters such as Holbein, Van Dyck, and Rubens; the Waterloo Chamber was built by George IV to commemorate the defeat of Napoleon, and its walls hang portraits of allied monarchs and commanders. The upper area also houses Queen Mary's Dolls' House, created by architect Edwin Lutyens in the 1920s, with exquisitely detailed interiors that even include electricity and running water. The central area is marked by a round tower, which was originally built of wood and later rebuilt in stone. Today, it houses royal documents and a photography collection, and the moat garden below the tower is planted with roses and other flowers. St. George's Chapel in the Lower Ward is a masterpiece of English Gothic architecture, founded in the 15th century and renowned for its magnificent stone fan vaulting and stained glass windows—looking up at the vaulting is an unmissable experience when visiting. The chapel is also the spiritual home of the Order of the Garter, has hosted numerous royal weddings, and is the burial place of several British monarchs.Windsor · 68.1km from Winchester

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M43***6219 November 2020
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Great theme park for younger kids. Rides were totally appropriate and Peppa pig world was fab! Been before and always have a great time.

Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

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老良漫游教堂建筑1 April 2020
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The earliest part of the cathedral was built in 642 and is located to the north of the current cathedral. I think it is the most beautiful Bible, the Winchester Bible, which is the only surviving treasure of Winchester Cathedral. The Winchester Bible consists of four bound volumes, their leaves are about 23 inches high and 15 inches wide (58 by 39 cm). The text of the 468 folios was written by a single scribe over a period of thirty years, and at least six different talented painters painted the calfskin parchment with expensive pigments, including lapis lazuli and gold. Their ambitious work was never completed.

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Baby-G4 April 2023
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amazing zoo park and seeing lots of animals highly recommend brings kids to come

Marwell Zoo

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OluwanifemiF16 October 2026
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The trip to stonehenge was beautiful. Its a good place to spend time with family. Seeing the stones in real life felt surreal.

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小玉YY22 May 2020
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There are many famous tourist attractions in the famous British city of Southampton, and the Southampton Museum is one of them. Many tourists come here from afar to check in and take photos. Come and have a look!

SeaCity Museum

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Elaine32822 August 2026
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Getting from London to Windsor by bus (702 green line) is very convenient, even without taking the train. Photography is prohibited inside the church and castle. Seeing Queen Mary's Toy House reminded me of the inspiration for many miniature landscape designs in China. I personally think it's well worth a visit. Buying tickets is also very convenient. If you want to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony, enter the castle around 1 PM to find a good spot.

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