What to see in Salisbury and how much does it cost?
The name of the English city of Salisbury has not faded from the information agenda of world publications for several weeks. Meanwhile, many tourists perceive this city not as a goal of a visit, but as a stop on the way to sightseeing in the southwestern part of the city. England.
According to tour operators, Russians usually study the cathedral and take a walk around the city. The group tour "Stonehenge and Salisbury" for the whole day will cost 85-90 euros.
In fact, there is much to see and wonder about in a beautiful city.
Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Salisbury
Built in 1266, it is considered an example of English Gothic, and still remains one of the most visited religious sites in England. The cathedral houses one of the four surviving original copies of the Magna Carta, the first legislative act in English history to limit royal arbitrariness.
Tourists are free to visit the cathedral, although services are regularly held there. Tickets must be booked to climb the tower (£13.5).
Old Sarum
There are four roads built by the ancient Romans. William the Conqueror chose this strategic location for the construction of the castle in 1075. Unfortunately, there are ruins of the castle.
Salisbury Museum
The museum houses one of the finest collections that relate to Stonehenge and local archaeology. Famous objects: ancient meteorite and prehistoric treasures.
Wilton House
Wiltshire estate of Pembroke Earls of the Herbert family, a masterpiece of Baroque style. Nearby is the Palladian Bridge (1737), built in the style of the Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio.
Military museum
The Gun Museum (Berkshire and Wiltshire) is the Salisbury War Museum. The museum is located in a building of the XIII century, it is known as The Wardrobe. The house was used to store the Bishop of Salisbury’s rich wardrobe, so it was nicknamed the “Bishop Wardrobe” or “Clothes”.
Mompesson's house
This building was erected for Sir Thomas Mompesson, MP for Salisbury County in 1679, 1695 and 1701. The house is built in the classical style of Queen Anne of that period, and is lined with Hilmark stone.
St Edmund's Church
It is currently home to the Salisbury Arts Centre.
Market
On the vast territory of the market there are restaurants, cafes, pubs. There is an active trade in greens, fruits and vegetables.
Larmer tree gardens
General Pitt Rivers created the facility in 1880 as a basis for "public enlightenment and entertainment." There are gazebos in the Indian and Roman style, flower beds, among them pheasants and peacocks walk. This location is popular with newlyweds for wedding photos
International Art Festival
Every spring for two weeks Salisbury becomes the center of world cultural life: the city hosts orchestral, choral and chamber concerts, it shows films and conducts lectures.
According to information: atorus