Historical sites or heritage sites are places where political, military, cultural, or social history has been preserved because they are culturally significant. Many have the government’s designation of a national historic site and are usually protected by law.
Brit on the Move™ is passionate about history and the events that shape our lives as we know them today.
Be it Tower Green, where Anne Boleyn lost her head, the daunting concentration camps across Europe, or the Plantations of America – Brit on the Move™ will take you on a journey through them all.
Brit on the Move™ is especially fond of Stately homes, mansions, and castles; join us as we explore some of the world’s most significant historical sites.
Something that belongs to the past is important or famous in the past.
You can categorize sites into cultural, natural, and mixed. Sites of cultural heritage include buildings and towns, archaeological remains, and monumental sculptures and paintings.
There are hundreds of thousands across the world, and each country has its own.
Some particularly famous ones that most people know are:
The stilt houses of Port Richey have a long history in Florida, dating back to the early 1900s. In those days, stilt homes were primarily for fishing camps and other recreational purposes. Located off the coastline of Port Richey, slightly south of Hudson, the nine stilt homes are located right next to Durney Key. This…
Ancient Salamis in Cyprus is a reason alone to visit Northern Cyprus. Once the principal city of ancient Cyprus, in its heyday, it was the largest in Cyprus. These ruins boast some of the most impressive monuments on the island. While the city is in ruins, many original structures still stand, giving you an up-close…
Useldange is a small town located in the southeast of Luxembourg. It is in the canton of Remich, in the district of Grevenmacher. The town has a population of around 1,000 people. Visitors flock here for its picturesque setting and peaceful atmosphere. There are several hiking trails in the surrounding area, and the town is…
York England is one of the most famous cities in the United Kingdom. It’s no surprise because York is home to some of the country’s most famous sights. From the castle, the castle walls that enclose the city, the dark historic Shambles, and the Viking influence, York is one of the most fascinating and preserved…
The second largest lake in Florida is Lake George not to be confused with Lake Georgia, which is second in size behind only Lake Okeechobee. You can find everything here from beautiful hikes, from fishing and swimming to shopping. Florida’s Lake George is a perfect destination for vacation, travel lovers, couple tours, and recreation excursions….
The Breakers, Rhode Island, is one of the most prominent cliffside mansions on the East Coast. The Breakers is the largest and most magnificent of the Newport mansions. It is located in Newport, Rhode Island, the smallest state in the United States. This magnificent 70-room estate initially owned by the Vanderbilt family, who made their…
Perched atop the cliffs and gazing out over the sea, Whitby Abbey appears frozen in time. But this site has a long and rich history, dating back some 3000 years ago. It has been a sacred place for many different communities and a seat of power for centuries. Today, the ruined Abbey stands as a…
Magnolia Plantation is one of the most famous places in South Carolina. There are decades of history, both great and dark, which gives the place a lot of character. Although the place’s popularity gives the impression of a tourist trap, it’s more significant than this. There is a lot to see and do at Magnolia…
Situated in the heart of Leeds, my hometown, Temple Newsam is one of the most popular places in the area. Temple Newsam looks beautiful from the outside, and it is, but it has a lot more to offer than first meets the eye. This building is rich in history and is an incredible sight to…
Who knew that the Ca’ d’Zan, the former Mansion of John Ringling, is located in Florida? I didn’t, and it was a rare find for me. Like most of us, I knew about the Ringling traveling circus. However, I was surprised when I learned about a Ringling Museum and a mansion called the Ca’ d’Zan. …