Warwick Castle
In central England there is a wonderful castle called Warwick ( Warwick Castle ). This significant historical building is included in the list of the best ancient monuments. It is the most important tourist center in the UK, and tourism experts, in turn, recognized it as one of the most visited.
This huge medieval fortress was erected by the conqueror Wilhelm I himself, in 1068. The main function of the castle is – protection of the territory from enemy raids. For all its existence, its walls have repeatedly saved the county of Warwickshire. Warwick Castle has changed more than a dozen of its owners in its history, but has always remained a symbol of power and power. Each incoming owner remade something, rebuilt, changed, changed to his own way.
In the 15th century, special attention was paid to the territory around the fortress. At this time, the local area is actively ennobled by gardens. The English Revolution has also made adjustments related to the strengthening of the Warwick Castle.
Since the 17th century, tourists have become interested in the fortress. Warwick Castle is open to the public in our time, and it also belongs to the top ten most historically important structures. A beautiful river flows near the castle itself, and the territory, which is located around huge towers, is festively embellished by flowers and other decorative plants. In the local artificial reservoirs, as well as the accompanying river, you can meet beautiful swans, as well as peacock-having for grass. In one of the parts of the castle is a library, a chapel, as well as an exhibition of paintings and, of course, weapons. The territory of the park is constantly crowded, here for tourists various knightly tournaments are actively held, as well as bird shows.
The Tussauds Group, which is a well-known travel company in the UK, acquired this fortress in 1978, successfully transformed it and flaunted it to numerous tourists.
In 2005, the largest catapult in the world was opened in Warwick Castle, the height of which reaches 18 meters, and its weight is within 22 tons. A little later, a beautiful ice rink, 60 meters long, was also equipped here.
The tourists are presented with daily attractions, as well as many events that will not leave indifferent to what visitor of Warwick Castle.
Getting to the castle will not be any problems, because its location is very successful. From the center of London you can get there in two hours using the bus. Also forty minutes by car, Birmingham Airport is located, which is of world importance.
