Introduction:
Set on the coast of Hampshire, south of Winchester, this is a place that abounds with a fascinating heritage. The Romans, who established it as a seaport, founded Southampton approximately 2,000 years ago. This was the port from which the ill-fated Titanic had set sail on her maiden voyage in 1912. Even though the place was affected during the Second World War, Southampton has grown sturdy with huge docks built for the cruise industry. The core of the modern city is now based around the City Centre.
Places of Interest:
Southampton is famous for ports, art galleries and museums. The place has a story to tell everywhere you visit.
Museum of Archaeology – This museum recounts Southamptons history with displays from prehistoric, Roman, Saxon and medieval times.
Medieval Merchants House-This is one of the earliest surviving merchants homes in the UK. Tourists can take in a glimpse and see how life was 700 years ago thanks to the authentically recreated furniture and overall ambience.
Solent Sky Solent Sky, where the worlds first seaplane was built. It is also the place where the Spitfire fighter plane, used heavily in...
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