Historic Sites in the United Kingdom: World Heritage List

The United Kingdom consists of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The total United Kingdom is twice the size of New York State.
The countries of the United Kingdom are ruled by the British Royal family. The British Isles have a long and fascinating history.

The United Nations, UNESCO, has developed and maintained a list of significant places in the world, known as the World Heritage List, which is selected by a committee. Of the 851 world wide properties selected by the World Heritage List for their outstanding universal value, 26 are in the United Kingdom;

There are many historic sights for travelers to the United Kingdom to see and appreciate. Travelers to the United Kingdom find that including some of the outstanding sites in their vacation plans makes an educational trip.

Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd, North Wales: Castles from the reign of Edward I (1272-1307). The well preserved castles and fortified complexes are examples of colonization and defense works.

Durham Castle and Cathedral, England: The cathedral was built in the late 11th and early 12th centuries. The fine example of Norman architecture attest to the importance of the early Benedictine monastic community. Behind the cathedral as a castle and ancient Norman fortress.

Giant's Causeway and Causeway Coast., Country Antrim, Northern Ireland: The Giant's Causeway is at the foot of basalt cliffs along the sea coast. There are about 40,000 massive black basalt columns that stick out of the sea. The dramatic sight has inspired legends of giants that stride over the sea to Scotland.
Geological studies of this landscape she that it was caused by volcanic activity 50-60 million years ago.

Ironbridge Gorge, Shropshire, England; The bridge and Ironbridge is the worlds first iron constructed bridge. The bridge is considered the symbol of the Industrial Revolution. The early blast furnace of Coalbrookdale, which was built in 1708, is a reminder of the discovery of coke.

St. Kilda, Unique archipelago is the remotest part of the British Isles.