Reading, perfect holiday destination!
Reading is a town situated in the English region of Berkshire, in the valley of River Thames.
In Reading you can experience both; the dynamic modern town and the charm of the English countryside. Do not hesitate to stay several days to discover all the treasures of this town.
Reading hotel accommodation is not too expensive and hotels will be able to welcome you in any period of the year.
The main interesting sights to see in Reading are:
- The museum, from the year 1883, and located in Reading's Victorian Town Hall. It is spezialized to the history of Reading and its surrounding areas. The museum contains also galleries with a beautiful art collection which includes, among others, the copy of the famous Bayeux tapestry.
- The Museum of English Rural Life which recounts the changes of the country side and farming in England over the years.
-The University of Reading is one of the largest in England. It is ranked as one of the top 200 universities in the world.
-The medieval Abbey ruins and Forbury Gardens. The Abbey used to be one of the most important religious and political centres in England. It was built in 1121 by Henry I, who was later also buried there. The adjoining beautiful Gardens have recently been refurbished. It is a public park, which is made in Victorian style.
-The "Reading Gaol"; Oscar Wilde was imprisoned there from 1895 to 1897 and he composed the famous "Ballad of Reading Goal" while being prisoner. Nowadays, the place is a Young Offenders Institution.
- The Thames and Kennet valleys: the surrounding areas of these rivers (the Thames riverside to the north, and Kennet canal side to the south) are magnificent and favourable for nice and long walks. Without any doubts all the nature lovers will be engaged of enjoyable quietness and the beauty of the landscape. If you have more time, you can also visit numerous small towns and villages surrounding the town of Reading such as Thatcham, Pangbourne and Streatley.
Moreover, if you are interested in having a shopping break, you are in the right place: you will be glad to know that Reading is one of the ten English capitals of shopping. Reading owns a modern shopping and leisure centre called "The Oracle" which contains approximately 90 shops.
Besides that, Reading is also host to the Reading Festival. Every year since 1971, the Reading Festival has taken place at the end of August during the bank holiday weekend and attracts lot of people all over Europe. It is mainly a music festival which welcomes many famous artists and bands. If you are interested in attending this event, you should book in advance your
hotel Reading, because the town is always stormed during this festival!!
Reading is really welcoming town and the life there is very relaxing. The night life is very pleasant and lively. If you want to have fun, the numerous restaurants, bars and night clubs in Reading will be there for you. Moreover, they are all close one another; so the best thing to do would be to find
hotel in Reading, which is in this area.
