Explore the underbelly of Newcastle upon Tyne in Victoria Tunnel which was built between 1839 and 1842. Surrounded by curved brick walls on the two sides, coal was transported through this place till its abandonment in the late 19th-century. However, it was used again during World War II when the tunnel was transformed into an air-raid shelter. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction and touring this place is an unmissable activity during a visit to Newcastle upon Tyne.
One of the best provincial theaters in the UK, the Theatre Royal is situated on Grey Street, the most architecturally striking street in the city. Designed by Richard Grainger in 1837, the current building was refurbished in the late eighties. Its importance can be seen in the yearly residency of the Royal Shakespeare Company and in the breadth of star-name touring productions (drama, musicals, ballet, contemporary dance and opera) that it attracts. The theater runs a program of extra events: talks, master class recitals, workshops, lunches, and pre-performance suppers. Guided tours of the building are also available.
The serene Tyne River flows out from under the shadows of the historic Tyne Bridge, an emblematic landmark in Newcastle upon Tyne. Built by the makers of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, this magnificent arch bridge is among the favored of the city's seven bridges. Its four sturdy towers, fashioned out of Cornish granite, are as much a sight to behold as the latticed, emerald-hued bridge itself. The Tyne Bridge and its surrounding environs also double as a hotbed of nesting kittiwake colonies. Come night, this majestic bridge is set alight with fierce, vibrant shades that reflect on the glassy waters of the River Tyne below. A spectacular marvel of engineering, the Tyne Bridge greatly defines the skyline of Newcastle upon Tyne.
The Quayside is an area along the banks of the River Tyne in Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead. Once full of industrial buildings and commercial docks, the area has been renovated as a modern waterfront district with multiple cultural attractions. The south side of the Quays, connected to the northern side by the iconic Gateshead Millennium Bridge, is the site of the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art and the Sage Gateshead music center.
The Castle in Newcastle on Tyne in England is a fortress built dating back to 1177. Solely built for defense purposes, it represents the violent times of North England’s history. A favorite tourist spot, Newcastle Castle is also rich with haunting stories, which gives this medieval monument an eerie factor.
El Ángel del Norte de Antony Gormley ya está comenzando a competir con el puente de Tyne como representación icónica del noreste de Inglaterra. Hecho de acero curado, el mismo material que durante siglos se utilizó para la construcción de barcos en el cercano río Tyne, el puente es un homenaje a la larga historia industrial de la región y, además, simboliza la capacidad de la gente del lugar de superar el desafío que presenta el futuro posindustrial. Con unos 20 metros de alto y una envergadura de 54 metros, el monumento se encuentra sobre una colina baja junto a la principal ruta terrestre que va a Newcastle desde el sur, y a tan solo un kilómetro y medio del principal ferrocarril de la costa este, en donde es apreciado por más de 30 millones de personas cada año.
High above the ancient city of Durham in the North East of England stands its cathedral, tall and proud against the skyline. Built almost a thousand years ago, it is the jewel in this city's crown. Situated on Palace Green, just a few yards away from that other pride of Durham, the castle, it is considered by experts to be the best example of Norman architecture in England if not Europe. But it's not just the experts that love it; in a 2001 BBC poll, the cathedral was voted the nation's favorite building.
Explore the underbelly of Newcastle upon Tyne in Victoria Tunnel which was built between 1839 and 1842. Surrounded by curved brick walls on the two sides, coal was transported through this place till its abandonment in the late 19th-century. However, it was used again during World War II when the tunnel was transformed into an air-raid shelter. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction and touring this place is an unmissable activity during a visit to Newcastle upon Tyne.
One of the best provincial theaters in the UK, the Theatre Royal is situated on Grey Street, the most architecturally striking street in the city. Designed by Richard Grainger in 1837, the current building was refurbished in the late eighties. Its importance can be seen in the yearly residency of the Royal Shakespeare Company and in the breadth of star-name touring productions (drama, musicals, ballet, contemporary dance and opera) that it attracts. The theater runs a program of extra events: talks, master class recitals, workshops, lunches, and pre-performance suppers. Guided tours of the building are also available.
The serene Tyne River flows out from under the shadows of the historic Tyne Bridge, an emblematic landmark in Newcastle upon Tyne. Built by the makers of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, this magnificent arch bridge is among the favored of the city's seven bridges. Its four sturdy towers, fashioned out of Cornish granite, are as much a sight to behold as the latticed, emerald-hued bridge itself. The Tyne Bridge and its surrounding environs also double as a hotbed of nesting kittiwake colonies. Come night, this majestic bridge is set alight with fierce, vibrant shades that reflect on the glassy waters of the River Tyne below. A spectacular marvel of engineering, the Tyne Bridge greatly defines the skyline of Newcastle upon Tyne.
The first major step in the setup of the Oriental Museum was the display of acquired antiquities from Egypt and the Near East by Professor William Thacker in 1950. However, it was only after seven years that a building was constructed to house the ever-expanding collections from China and other Asian countries. Today, the museum is home to 23,500 archaeological collections such as bronze statues, ceramic objects, paintings, textiles, etc. from Asian countries dating back to the pre-historic times. The museum has an annual count of 22,000 visitors every year with an aim to introduce people to the artistic and cultural background of various countries. Besides, the temporary gallery is also used to host photographic exhibitions and other contemporary art forms.
Ancient heritage accompanies the Finchale Priory. Also called the Finchale Abbey, the religious institution can be dated back to the 12th century. This Benedictine priory now exists as a ruin banked on the side of River Wear. A designated site of English heritage, the priory exists as a group of stonework structures together forming a complex. The abbey saw many restoration works and extensive rebuilding during the 13th – 14th centuries.