The CotswoldsIn the heart of England, it is an area of exceptional beauty and famous picturesque villages made from the stone of the Golden Zone. It is an area rich in history and one of the most popular regions in England to explore.
And it is that there are small towns and places that have remained intact and immaculately preserved throughout the centuries. Explore each city, town and surrounding area to try to give you a complete picture of how beautiful and charming this region of England is.
Indeed, one of these picturesque villages is Bourton on the Water often referred to as "The Venice of the Cotswolds«. It is a favorite with tourists and is a beautiful place to visit all year round, especially in the summer and spring when the sunlight shines off the shallow river that runs hypnotically through the village.
There are many things to see and do in Bourton along the way from museums, a tropical bird house, and a very special model village, but even if there was nothing to do at all it would still be content to spend time strolling. For it is quite streets that are covered in magnificent old Cotswold stone buildings, and enjoy the gardens where you can sit and relax, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere.
Another main feature is the Windrush river that flows through the center of town, it is shallow water that provides a certain freshness to the air of the city. From time to time along the river there are small stone pedestrian bridges for people to cross to the other side where there are cafes, shops and places of interest.
All the shops are worth a visit where visitors will find many interesting items in the way of crafts and jewelry and other merchandise.
All in all, Bourton on the Water is a must see, and it is such a beautiful and relaxing place that you will find it hard to forget!