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Blenheim Palace (/ ˈ b l ɛ n ɪ m / BLEN-im) is a country house in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England. It is the seat of the Dukes of Marlborough. Originally called Blenheim Castle, it has been known as Blenheim Palace since the 19th century.
Blenheim is situated in the heart of wine-growing Marlborough. It is one of the sunniest towns in New Zealand, with an estimated average of 2,438 hours of sunshine a year. Mountains frame the area and trap the summer heat (temperatures over 30°C are quite normal in February and March).
Jan 16, 2024 · Discover the grandeur of Blenheim Palace with this comprehensive guide! It tells you everything to see and gives you must knows tips for visiting. Blenheim Palace is UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only non-royal palace in the UK.
Jun 9, 2024 · Blenheim Palace, residence near Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England, built (1705–24) by the English Parliament as a national gift to John Churchill, 1st duke of Marlborough. It was designed by Sir John Vanbrugh and is regarded as the finest example of truly Baroque architecture in Great Britain.
In the heart of New Zealand’s largest wine region, Blenheim is your “foodie” capital of New Zealand. It comes as no surprise that winery-hopping, tasting chocolate and visiting a unique beer garden features on this list of the best things to do in Blenheim.
Blenheim Palace, near Oxford, stands in a romantic park created by the famous landscape gardener 'Capability' Brown. It was presented by the English nation to John Churchill, first Duke of Marlborough, in recognition of his victory in 1704 over French and Bavarian troops.
A masterpiece of Baroque architecture, Blenheim Palace provides an awe-inspiring experience for visitors. Home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and his family and the birth place of Sir Winston Churchill, Blenheim Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting a long and diverse history.
Apr 15, 2024 · Nine miles north of Oxford on the eastern edge of the Cotswolds, Blenheim Palace is one of the largest and grandest stately homes in England. This UNESCO World Heritage site dates back over 300 years and is the home of the Dukes of Marlborough and birthplace of Winston Churchill.
Explore Britain’s Greatest Palace, with lots to see and do, both indoors and outdoors all year round. Buy one day and upgrade to an Annual Pass for free.
Blenheim (/ ˈ b l ɛ n ɪ m / BLEN-im; Māori: Waiharakeke) is the most populous town in the region of Marlborough, in the north east of the South Island of New Zealand. It has an estimated urban population of 30,500 (June 2023). [1]
