Windsor

Windsor (IPA: usually {{IPA|}}, but also {{IPA|}}) is a suburban town and tourist destination in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead in Berkshire, South East England.

Tourism

Windsor is a popular tourist destination and location of Windsor Castle, one of the official residences of the British royal family. The castle was originally established by King William I of England but has been substantially altered and added to over the centuries.

Related Topics:
Windsor Castle - British royal family - William I of England

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As a result of the royal residence Windsor has facilities usually found in larger towns: two railway stations, a theatre and several substantial hotels. The town is also the location of Legoland, built on the site of Windsor Safari Park. On construction, several tons of hippo dung had to be removed from the enclosure used by the animals.

Related Topics:
Legoland - Windsor Safari Park

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