London, England
The Barbican Estate
This sprawling, Brutalist estate feels like a city within a city.
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London, England
This sprawling, Brutalist estate feels like a city within a city.
London, England
Several colorful mosaic panels depict the life and creative genius of the Master of Suspense.
Florence, Italy
Drink wine handed out through a window as part of an age-old tradition.
London, England
Mary Kelly was last seen here before she was murdered by Jack the Ripper.
London, England
This pub boasts a curious history and may have inspired a Dickens character.
Tintern, Wales
This well-preserved Cistercian Abbey in a romantic pastoral setting has inspired artists like the poet Wordsworth.
Monmouth, Wales
The only medieval bridge in Britain with its defensive tower still in tact.
London, England
Grab a pint of British-brewed ale or cider and a hot roast pork bap at this quintessential London pub.
London, England
A monument to the thrice mayor of London who according to lore made his fortune by selling his rat-chasing cat.
London, England
A historic arboretum and non-conformist, non-denominational park cemetery.
London, England
Following the trail of an old metro line, this scenic path is haunted by a creepy spriggan statue.
London, England
The first regular high-definition TV transmissions were made from this seemingly out-of-place mast located on one corner of a Victorian-era entertainment venue.
Réotier, France
This otherworldly French waterfall looks like its waters have turned to stone.
Risoul, France
Since ancient times these picturesque springs have been providing bathers with healing waters.
Oxford, England
A plaque marks the humble origins of an artistic muse who embodied the ideals of Pre-Raphaelite beauty.
Oxford, England
One of Europe's oldest libraries.
Oxford, England
Once one of the largest rooms full of books in the world, this bookstore basement is still a treat for bibliophiles.
Oxford, England
A theatre built to house the rowdy Oxford graduation ceremonies became the stage for a debate about God's existence.
Oxford, England
The spot where three Protestant clergymen were burned at the stake during the reign of "Bloody Mary."
Oxford, England
Hidden in plain sight, this creepy sculpture watches from above.
Oxford, England
Used as an example in one of the first dictionary entries for "museum" in 1706.
Brighton, England
A vintage penny arcade hidden in the back of a fun fair-themed bar.
Hastings, England
During the heyday of fishing in Hastings, there were more than 100 of these storage facilities.
Brighton, England
Regency-era excess on the English Coast.