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This Town is Home to The Most Famous English Writer of all Time
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This Town is Home to The Most Famous English Writer of all Time
To soar over Stratford-upon-Avon is to be transported back in time to the age of William Shakespeare; a man born in humble circumstances who would go on to become the most celebrated writer of all time.
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Southern England is the heartland of an empire forged from empires. It's home to the Royal Family, an enigmatic street artist, a master playwright, and one of the world's wealthiest and most culturally diverse cities. From Buckingham Palace to King Arthur's castle and from Dover's cliffs to London's skyscrapers, this epic voyage spans thousands of years of landmarks, legends, marvels, and mysteries. Witness its unique and vibrant blend of history, myth, and modernism from spectacular heights.
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