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Lake District National Park
United Kingdom
England's most visited national park, with lakes, fells and literary history, a UNESCO site.
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United Kingdom
Four nations in one small island group: royal London, Scottish Highlands, Welsh mountains, Northern Irish coast, and a castle or cathedral round almost every corner.
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- Capital
- London
- Languages
- English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic
- Currency
- Pound sterling (GBP)
- Best time to go
- May to September for the longest days and best hiking; April and October are quieter, and the Highlands midges are worst in summer.
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- Top places
- Historic site 20
- Castle 17
- Museum 15
- Church, mosque or temple 12
- Neighbourhood 12
- Other 8
- Mountain 8
- Bridge 7
- Viewpoint 7
- Ruins 6
- Market 5
- Palace 5
- National park 5
- Garden 4
- Art gallery 4
- Lake 4
- Monument 2
- Entertainment 2
- Beach 2
- Scenic route 2
- Waterfall 2
- Island 1
- Stadium 1
- Theme park 1
- River or canal 1
- Spa and wellness 1
- Festival or event 1
- Square 1
- Shopping 1
- Park 1
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