The London Bridge and Tower of London are world icons, and stories about the royal family seem to hold everyone's interest. Well-preserved castles dot the countryside, as well as archaeological landmarks like Avebury and Stonehenge. The small country is highly concentrated with delightful towns, part of whose enchantment is the friendliness of the local pub.LONDON VIDEO Nine million people inhabit this city of famous landmarks, many of which can be viewed from a cruise on the Thames River. Westminster Abbey, London Bridge, the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Egyptian Obelisk swarm with tourists. Princess Diana's former residence at Kensington, Harrods department store, Picadilly Circus, eateries and nightspots hum 24/7.TRANSPORTATION TO AND AROUND LONDON VIDEO The Chunnel crossing (in a rail car under the sea) between England and France is busy, as are Gatwick & Heathrow airports. Both bus and subway will get you into the city from there. The rail links are clearly marked and priced according to distance traveled. Traditional black taxis are fun, cycling is popular, and those who rent cars should learn to use traffic circles.HOLLINGTON HOUSE & BISHOPSTROW HOUSE VIDEO Located near Heathrow Airport and built in the early 1900's as a fine Edwardian residence, Hollington House now serves as refined accommodation. Bishopstrow House in Warminster is also upscale with spa and salon amenities. England's countryside is filled with charming B and B's, with the requisite town pub serving fine ales and fish-n-chips.DOVER & DOVER CASTLE VIDEO Located in Kent in the south of England on the English Channel, the Port of Dover is a significant transportation hub, with all ferry, hovercraft and Chunnel traffic between England, France and Belgium passing through. Dover Castle is perched atop the White Cliffs of Dover, having served a strategic purpose for over 3500 years. The fortress was used until as recently as the 1960's.GREENWICH VIDEO A fifteen minute tr
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