Somerset is a fairly large county in West Country of England. It is essentially a mystic land of legends, Roman baths, Exmoor National Park, cathedrals and many more interesting places to visit. The historical cities of Bath, Wells and Glastonbury along with numerous places with splendid natural beauty make Somerset a must visit place.
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Visitors to UK can find a respite from hustle and bustle of travel to this amazing country by paying a visit to Somerset. Those who wish to enjoy natural beauty ought to visit Ham Hill and Exmoor National Park. The Ham Hill spans across over 400 acres and offers tranquil views of natural beauty of the region. It has been converted into a national park where tourists can enjoy visiting the native woodlands, ancient villages and the Levels.
Exmoor National Park covering a huge area, approximately 260 square miles or around 700 square kilometers, is essentially a moor land. Few of the highest cliffs in entire England can be found here. The South West Coast Path that passes through these cliffs was voted favorite trail of England few years back. It is home to a number of unique species of birds and animals and a hot tourism destination.
The historic city Bath is famous for the beautiful baths that were built by the Romans thousands of years back. These baths are fuelled by natural hot springs, something unique in entire UK. The gorgeous Georgian era architecture and rich medieval era heritage draws millions of tourists to this place every year.
Apart from these attractions, Bath is home to a number of museums, theaters, restaurants, pubs and a buzzing nightlife. A visit to Bath is a must visit one when you are in anywhere in the United Kingdom. Tourists can even enjoy guided tours to various attractions in the city which include Pulteney Bridge, Pulteney weir, Great Pulteney Street, The Royal Crescent, Sion Hill and Sally Lunn’s Museum and refreshment house.
Another must visit place in Somerset is Wells, famous for the gigantic Wells Cathedral, Wells Museum and the annual Wells Carnival. The Wells Cathedral has an imposing structure and is around 800 years old! It is architectural marvel and certainly instills a sense of awe among visitors. The Wells Carnival is a lively festival, which is celebrated with great pump and show.
Tourists can visit nearby places like Wookey Hole and Cheddar for interesting single day tours. Wookey Hole is a group of ancient caves that have been remodeled for promotion of tourism. These caves have been well-lit and a range of activities have been provided here, especially for kids. Cheddar village is perfect for having a glimpse of pre-historic life in the region. Excavations have pointed to existence of life here for over 9000 years.
Glastonbury is famous for being home to a stunning landscape; renowned Glastonbury abbey; and annual Glastonbury festival. The Glastonbury Tor is a mystical hill that rises mysteriously out of the ground. The Glastonbury abbey is a prominent place of pilgrimage, not only in UK, but in entire Europe. The Glastonbury festival is held in June every year and renowned for the range of musical activities that are performed here during this time.
All in all, Somerset is an interesting place to be at which offers a range of interesting activities to the visitors. When in Somerset, do not forget to enjoy the local delicacies, take part in amusing activities and collect a number of souvenirs.
