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  The United Kingdom, made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, is an island nation in northwestern Europe. 1. Big Ben One of the most significant places to visit in UK in summer is the  Big Ben . It is, in fact, the name of the clock tower which is located near the Westminster Abbey in central London. The tower, designed by Augustus Pugin, is about a hundred metres tall. The place has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is visited by hordes of tourists every year waiting to get clicked in front of it. 2. London Eye Think London and the one thing that pops into everyone’s head is this giant Ferris wheel. Located on the river Thames, this popular wheel offers a panoramic view of London and its horizons, which makes it a huge favourite among places to visit in UK for young couples. 3. Stonehenge A treat for all the history buffs, Stonehenge is a Neolithic site – one of the best places to visit in UK with kids. The site is close to Amesbury, England and is suppo

  France, in Western Europe, encompasses medieval cities, alpine villages and Mediterranean beaches.  1. Eiffel Tower The symbol of Paris, the Eiffel Tower is a feat of ingenuity as much as it is a famous landmark.  The Eiffel Tower's gracefulness has earned it the nickname of "Iron Lady." Visitors are impressed by the tower's delicate airiness despite its monumental size and the breathtaking panoramas at each of the three levels.  2. Louvre Museum In a stately palace that was once a royal residence, the Louvre ranks among the top European collections of fine arts.  The Louvre has an astounding collection of 35,000 artworks, including countless masterpieces. It's impossible to see it all in a day or even in a week. 3. Palace of Versailles More than just a royal residence, Versailles was designed to show off the glory of the French monarchy. "Sun King" Louis XIV transformed his father's small hunting lodge into an opulent palace with a sumptuous Baroq