Description Windsor, United Kingdom

Windsor - a small town in the county of Berkshire, situated to the south-west of London, on the right bank of the River Thames. Over the last 900 years the famous Windsor Castle retains the status of favorite residence of the Royal Family. In addition, the famous Windsor Castle is an outstanding historical and architectural monuments and places of attraction of many tourists from all over the world. Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of old castles and enjoy the beauty of nature surrounding Windsor.

Windsor is located 20 miles from London.

To strengthen its influence in the West London area William the Conqueror on the site of Windsor Castle in the XI century, built a wooden fortress on the banks of the Thames. Subsequently, a wooden fort was replaced by a stone, and when Charles II it is time to radically renovate and rebuild the castle, making it a truly British residence. Windsor Castle was a "second home" for the royal family, and he actually is the old castle, which is ever used to stay.

Windsor Castle is the official country residence of British kings, was born here, King Edward III. And on the orders of King George IV the castle was renovated to its present form by the architect Jeffrey Uaytvillom. Premises, furniture and household items in the castle are wonderful images of creative architects and decorators of the time. In other beauties of the castle is worth seeing a house for dolls of Queen Mary, the royal apartments, changing of the guard ceremony.