The world-famous Hampton Court
Palace was once the residence
of Henry VIII and six of his wives
lived here, William III, Mary II and
other royals from around 1514 to
18th century.
The world-famous Kew Gardens
was established in 1759 by
Princess Augusta and Lord
Bute and is the world's first and
greatest botanic garden. Kew
Palace, the earliest surviving
building inside the Gardens was
once home to King George III
and Queen Charlotte. Venture up
253 steps to the top of the Great
Pagoda and enjoy spectacular
views across London.
Marble Hill House, an elegant
Palladian villa built in the 1720s
for Henrietta Howard, the
beloved mistress of King George
II is located along the River
Thames and on the opposite
bank, attractively connected by
Hammerton's passenger ferry
is Ham House and Garden, an
atmospheric Stuart mansion built
in 1610.
Kew Palace
kings
and
queens In the 13th century Richmond used to
be called Sheen or Shene, but when
Henry VII built Richmond Palace
the town took its name, Richmond.
You can still visit the remains of
the palace today and see a plaque
commemorating the death of Edward
III, Henry the VII and Elizabeth I
Richmond upon Thames is steeped
in history and has been a favourite
retreat of Royalty, painters, writers
and musicians. Step back in time to
the Tudors, Stuarts and Georgian
times as you visit the many historic
buildings.
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