Icons of England

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The Shard of Glass is the highest UK landmark, soaring 310 metres (1,020 feet) above the streets of Southwark, on the South Bank of the Thames. William Byrd (c.1539/40 or 1543 - 1623), so-called "father of English music"; A. L. Rowse says Byrd was to music "what Shakespeare was to the theatre". [35]

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While looking around the choir, you’ll almost certainly see the famous Lincoln Imp. According to legend, two were on the loose and an angel turned one to stone. He is now immortalized on one of the pillars. 48. Blenheim Palace Its great dome still dominates the western end of the City ofLondon, andprovides an outstanding viewpoint to survey the ever-changing cityscape. Don’t miss the interior, Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece, with its lavish golden arches and sculpture the high point of English Baroque. Salisbury Cathedral is the subject of several paintings by English artist John Constable, and some of these views, from countryside around the city, have hardly changed in 200 years. 34. Hadrian’s WallIt is a formidable sight, especially with its grand west front and twin towers and the central tower behind. Most of it was built in the Early English Gothic style, with its characteristic pointed arches. This also included the unusual ‘crazy’ vaulting and the rose windows in the transepts, two of the finest in England. I loved this book of short essays about the beauty and uniqueness of the English Countryside. I have read complaints that it wasn't all written by Bill Bryson, but I am somewhat glad about that. Don't get me wrong, I love Mr. Bryson, but it was nice to read essays about England that describe what an aspect of English countryside means to them. Its so personal.

Icons of England - What England Means to Me

It’s certainly one of the most striking Baroque buildings in Britain, with a splendid formal garden. It’s one of the best-known landmarks in Britain, and a great family day out. Toll-free calls (from USA and Canada) to your Britain vacation specialist whilst planning your trip. William McGuire "Bill" Bryson, OBE, FRS was born in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1951. He settled in England in 1977, and worked in journalism until he became a full time writer. He lived for many years with his English wife and four children in North Yorkshire. He and his family then moved to New Hampshire in America for a few years, but they have now returned to live in the UK.

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