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| Skye | |
| Skye is the largest and northernmost of the main islands of Scotland's Inner Hebrides archipelago. The island's peninsulas radiate from a majestic mountainous center, most notably the Cuillin Range, with its rugged, rocky slopes creating one of the most spectacular mountain landscapes in the country. The island has a population of 10,496. The capital is Portree. | |
| Hebrides | |
| The Hebrides Islands are the largest archipelago in the United Kingdom, located off the west coast of mainland Scotland. There are over 500 islands in total, but only about 70 are inhabited. The islands are divided into two main groups, based on their distance from the mainland: the Inner Hebrides and the Outer Hebrides. The total population was approximately 45,000 in 2011. | |
| Pembroke Castle | |
| Pembroke Castle is a medieval castle located in the heart of Pembroke, Pembrokeshire, Wales, United Kingdom. From Pembroke Castle, visitors can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding area, including the Pembrokeshire coastline. | |
| Guernsey | |
| Guernsey is the second largest island in the Channel Islands, a hidden gem of the British Isles, less than an hour's flight from the United Kingdom. It is the largest island in the Bailiwick of Guernsey, which includes five other inhabited islands – Alderney, Herm, Jethou, Lihou and Sark – along with numerous smaller islands and reefs. The population of the bailiwick was 63,950 in 2022. | |
| Castle Cornet | |
| Cornet Castle is a large, 800-year-old castle located at the entrance to St. Peter's Port on the island of Guernsey. The castle offers fascinating glimpses into the island's centuries of history and spectacular panoramic views of St. Peter's Port and the surrounding islands. | |
| Isle Of Man | |
| The Isle of Man is a self-governing territory of the United Kingdom located in the Irish Sea, between England and Ireland. The UK government is responsible for the defense of the Isle of Man and represents the territory overseas, but the Isle of Man retains its own distinct international identity. The population of the Isle of Man was 84,523 in 2024. | |
| Jersey War Tunnels | |
| The Jersey War Tunnels, also known as Hohlgangsanlage 8, is an unfinished underground hospital complex in St. Lawrence, Jersey, built by the German occupying forces during the Jersey occupation in World War II. Over 1 km of tunnels were completed. After the Channel Islands were liberated, the complex was converted into a museum detailing the occupation period and remains a tourist attraction. | |
| Akrotiri and Dhekelia | |
| Akrotiri and Dhekelia is a British overseas territory comprising two separate areas on the island of Cyprus. These areas include British military bases and facilities. The population of Akrotiri and Dhekelia was 18,195 in 2020. Akrotiri and Dhekelia is integrated with the surrounding Cypriot communities and economy. | |
| Jersey | |
| Jersey is a self-governing territory of the United Kingdom in Northwest Europe, 23 km from the Cotentin Peninsula in northwestern France. Jersey's territory also includes several surrounding uninhabited islands and rocks. As of 2021, the island's population was 103,267. | |
| Montserrat | |
| Montserrat is a volcanic island in the Caribbean Sea. Part of the Leeward Islands, it is a British overseas territory. The island covers an area of 102 km² (39 sq mi). Its terrain is predominantly mountainous, highlighted by the active volcano Soufrière Hills, which rises to approximately 1,050 m (3,440 ft). The island's population is 4,488. | |
| Turks and Caicos Islands | |
| The Turks and Caicos Islands are a British overseas territory comprising the larger Caicos Islands and the smaller Turks Islands, two tropical island groups in the Lucayan archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean and north of the West Indies. According to World Factbook estimates from 2023, the permanent population was 59,367, making it the third largest British overseas territory by population. | |
| Castle Rushen | |
| Rushen Castle is used as a museum and educational center managed by Manx National Heritage, showcasing the history of the kings and lords of Manx. Besides its museum function, the castle remains an official court, and exhibits include period-appropriate decorations and educational programs for local children. | |
| Giant's Causeway | |
| Giant's Causeway is an area of approximately 40,000 stacked basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic fissure eruption, part of the North Atlantic Iridescent Province that was active in the region during the Paleogene period. | |
| Rosslyn Chapel | |
| Rosslyn Chapel, also known as St. Matthew's Chapel, is a 15th-century episcopal chapel located in the Midlothian village of Roslin, Scotland. Its beauty in the Midlothian countryside, the mysterious symbolic meaning of its intricate stone carvings, and its role in The Da Vinci Code have inspired, attracted, and intrigued writers, artists, and visitors ever since. | |
| Lake Vyrnwy | |
| Located right on the edge of Snowdonia National Park and south of Lake Bala, Lake Vyrnwy nestles amidst the pristine and stunning Berwyn Mountains. With its spectacular waterfalls and expansive, unspoiled countryside, a trip to Lake Vyrnwy makes for a wonderful day out for the whole family. | |
| Eryri National Park | |
| With a total area of 823 square miles, Eryri is the largest national park in Wales. Home to over 26,000 people, Eryri's landscape is steeped in culture, history, and heritage, where the Welsh language is an integral part of daily life for its inhabitants. | |
| Durdle Door | |
| Durdle Door is a natural limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast near Lulworth in Dorset, England. Durdle Door is one of Dorset’s most photographed and iconic landmarks. It is part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and is an extremely popular beauty spot. | |
| England, Great Britain | |
| England, the land of rolling green hills, historic castles, and bustling cities. From the iconic sights of London, including Big Ben and the Tower of London, to the picturesque countryside of the Cotswolds and Lake District, England offers a rich tapestry of culture, history, and natural beauty. | |
| Christian's Cave | |
| Christian’s Cave, more commonly referred to as the Fletcher Christian’s Cave, is a historic place where seaman Fletcher Christian was watching ships approaching the small island in the Pacific Ocean where he found his home, and it is located to the western side of the capital town of Adamstown, of the sole British Overseas Territory in the Pacific Ocean, the Pitcairn Islands. | |
| Gibb's Hill Lighthouse | |
| Climb the 185-step spiral staircase of Gibbs’ Hill Lighthouse to enjoy one of the best views on the island. The 117-foot lighthouse was built in 1846 of cast iron – the oldest of its kind in the world, and one of only two cast-iron lighthouses still in existence. It overlooks the South Shore and Little Sound, offering views of both the City of Hamilton and the Royal Naval Dockyard. | |
