Find out about the most important tourist attractions in the British city of Penrith

in #photography5 years ago

Penrith is located in the Eden Valley of Cambridge, a short distance from the north-eastern tip of the lake. The city is uniquely situated in the midst of the picturesque natural highlands and Penrith is an ideal base for enjoying the north-west of the United Kingdom. Minutes away by car, the Sutter Lake offers one of the most beautiful landscapes in England, and Benrith itself offers a range of attractive attractions including medieval castles.

1 - Proham Castle

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The ruins of the well-preserved Bruham Castle are located in a very romantic area amidst meadows on the banks of the Emón River. This abandoned castle has for 300 years a network of lanes and spiral staircases and a range of amazing buildings such as the Dori Tower. This castle was a major military base of Robert de Clifford during wars Scottish independence, Edward lived here in 1300, while the castle was taken and sacked by the Scots in 1388.

2 - Benrith Castle

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The Penrith Castle, located on the west side of the city in the 14th century to protect this area from the Scottish attacks, was later built as a large fortified house. Richard III lived the Gluoster Duke here for a period before becoming king. The castle was abandoned in the 17th century after the Civil War At present, the ruins of the citadel are located within a public park, and their walls remain the original height, pedestrian bridge and trench.

3. Ulswater

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Ulswater is the most beautiful lake in England, characterized by its long winding shape and beautiful formations surrounding it. This lake has attracted visitors from the aristocratic class since the 18th century, and tourists can reach it from Penrith by riding a boat from the Poly Bridge. Olswater since 1855, and from nearby areas worth visiting the Waterfoot Park which is located a 10 minute walk from Poly Bridge.

4 - Ira Force

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The 21-meter-long Era Force Waterfall is located in the National Trust Park on the west side of Ulswotter. Wordsworth has mentioned this waterfall in many poems and is believed to have inspired many of his writings. The cascade is surrounded by many cypresses, beets, pine and fir trees, The family of Howard in the 19th century, most notably the majestic Sitka tree now standing at a height of 35 meters, visitors can see the waterfall from one of the ancient stone bridges that lie above and below the waterfall.

5. Halin Phil

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This 388-meter hill is located next to Lake Olswater, surrounded by three sides of the lake. Visitors can easily reach the top of the hill in half an hour. The summit offers great views of the eastern lake area. St. Peter's Parish Church is located near the foot of the southern hill ,

6. Cycling

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Benrith is the first cycling center in Cumbria. The town lies directly on the C2C road, which spans 140 miles across the lakes and north of Penins on the North Sea coast. It is almost half way along abandoned railroad tracks, Free of special traffic for bicycles.

7 - Luther Castle and Gardens

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The Luther family lived in this palace for centuries until they had to leave for financial reasons after the Second World War. In 200, the castle underwent a major renovation and became a famous tourist attraction. Visitors can see Gothic arches, ornamental trees and towers. It is the largest wooden playground in the country.

8. Long Meg and her daughters

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This Neolithic stone circle is located in the Eden Valley, with a length of more than 100 meters, the second of its kind in size in the United Kingdom. The site contains 59 stone and is believed to have been used in religious rites, Local claims that the circle is a collection of witches turned into stones.

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