Some of Britain’s Most Amazing Historical Buildings

Little do we know about UK’s historical buildings, do we? Most of the buildings in the UK have been restored to make them available for holiday rental, but some still play an important part in the history of England. The UK is for sure the most beautiful country in the world. With amazing European landmarks, stunning coastlines, historical buildings, and flourishing lands, it’s impossible not to fall in love with it. There’s a richness of famed British milestones worth visiting if you’re planning a vacation in the UK.

Only London attracts millions of visitors annually, but there’s more to England than just what London has to offer. If you get yourself on the adventure to visit many iconic landmarks in certain parts of the UK, you’ll truly witness many magnificent places there. With such huge historical cultures, you’ll get lost between England, Scotland, and Wales. Each of these countries has something beautiful to offer you.

Here are the highest innovations in Britain you should consider visiting. Whether you want to escape your city or plan on staying longer here, you’ll love to learn about the history of architectural achievements.

London Eye

It’s perhaps the most known and popular landmark in the UK – the London Eye. The giant wheel whirls in the air, above the river Thames, offering a 360-degree view of the capital. It has 32 pods that represent the London region. The London Eye is a truly enjoyable experience that allows you to see how nice the London skyline is from a different angle. You can even drink champagne while relaxing – it’s one of the best experiences you’ll have, at least once in your life.

Tower of London

Another really famous landmark in London, known for being a 900-year-old fortress, previously being a prison, currently protecting the crown jewels. The Tower of London is definitely one of the oldest historical buildings in the UK. Book a tour of this castle to see the royal pieces and meet the Yeoman Warders, who are guarding the Tower in the 19th century. They used to imprison and execute traitors throughout history. It’s a really fun and interactive activity to do in London. It’s also very enjoyable for kids, too.

Tower Bridge

It’s a famous bridge in London with a really different structure. Tower Bridge has a fascinating history. It was built between 1886-1894 and has been the city’s most defining landmark from the very beginning. Immerse yourself into the historical creation, and watch city life revealing a beautiful panorama from its high-level glass floor. If you only know it from pictures, book a visit to see it from the inside.

The glass floor will give you a spectacular experience from a high-level walkway. Enjoy the experience.

Why not take a look at the modern design buildings?The Barbican Center

It is the arts center in the City of London, the largest in Europe. Here’s where you can listen to classical music, theatre performances, and art exhibitions. It also has a separate arts library, which is called "The London Collection of historical books", some of which date back 300 years ago. All of them are available at the art exhibition. The design has numerous entrances, but luckily, there are audience members that will help you avoid getting lost on the paths of Barbican Estate. The Barbican has been designed with the help of a UK’s specialist provider in telehandler, and in 2006, there were added decorative features and statues, to keep it in style and with the center’s original Brutalist architecture.

Edinburgh Castle, Scotland

Traveling to the historic city of Edinburgh, you can’t avoid the Caste Rock, Scotland’s most-visited attraction. The fortress was built during the 12th century and was the Scottish residence until the union of the crowns. This is a famous castle that also hosts the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, annually. Edinburgh is one of the oldest buildings in the UK. It has an exciting and rich history, and when climbing Castle Hill, you’ll walk on the same path that soldiers, kings, and queens did. The Castle is now an iconic part of Edinburgh. Its origins are truly ancient, going back into history.

The Buckingham Palace

Well, if this isn’t the most known royal palace in the world, then we don’t know which else is. This stunning architecture is famed all over the world, everything suggesting richness, and an unbelievable level of prosperity. It was built in 1703, and it never stopped being home to royal families. Some remodels have been done, just to get it closer to the 21st century, but nothing too dramatic, as the design is still the same. Hundreds of Royal guest rooms and a grand garden await you to visit. Spending a night at the Palace will cost you around £5,000, but you won’t get the biggest and most luxurious royal bedroom: for that, you’ll need to empty your pockets completely and spend over a couple of million pounds per night.

Lincoln Cathedral

Perhaps the greatest architectural building in the UK is the Gothic structure of the Lincoln Cathedral. It has impressive sight, and it was built in 1092. Later, in 1311, it has been named the tallest building in the world. It offers a wide range of amenities for visitors, including culture and faith. One of the most precious architectures in the UK, but despite its size, the Gothic Cathedral is full of details, so don’t worry about getting lost. It’s an absolute must-see for anyone who visits Lincoln. Children, adults, elders, no matter your age, there’s definitely something to see out in the carvings.

Also, there are floor tours that run through the year, suitable for anyone, especially for those who don’t know much about the Cathedral. The tours include the entry price and roof tours. All are available from Monday-Sunday. The tours are child-friendly, and you can pre-book them online.

Cynthia Madison is a young blogger and economics and marketing graduate. She writes about home, lifestyle and family topics and is a senior contributor to popular niche publications.