Windsor Castle, Bath and Stonehenge - Day 3

The Windsor Castle, Bath and Stonehenge tour was probably the highlight of my London trip. I was especially excited to see Stonehenge, one of the former Seven Wonders of the World.

The tour departed from the Victoria Coach Station and our first stop was Windsor Castle. Along the way our tour guide, Pat, explained that Windsor Castle is one of the five major properties the Queen resides in. Two are privately owned and the others are famously known as Buckingham Palace and  the Palace of Holyrood House in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Let me tell you,Windor Castle is huge! It's one of the oldest and largest occupied castles in the world. Inside the gates of the castle was also St. George's Chapel (many royal couples were married and are buried here).

Standing next to a Beefeater (don´t ask me why they call them that)

After Windsor Castle, we moved on to Bath. This city was absolutely beautiful. I would have loved to have stayed a couple days here. 

This historic town is situated 97 miles from London. Bath was first established as a spa resort in Roman times after the discovery of hot, natural, mineral water springs. The city was originally given the name Aquae Sulis by the Romans in AD 43. After the fall of Rome, Bath was abandoned and later rediscovered and reconstructed.

Bath Abbey

Last, but certainly not least, Stonehenge. This site has been a mystery over the past several centuries. It is estimated that it was created around 2500 BC. Although know one knows for certain the stones original purpose it's impossible to deny the sites enchanting and ancient lure. 

This day was a long day (11 hour tour) but completely worth it. I recommend this experience to anyone!