Exeter

The city of Exeter as seen from Rougemont Gardens. Exeter, Devon's capital, is a bustling and lively city. It was bombed by the Germans during WWII and much of the city centre was destroyed. But what remains is worth seeing.

Built on a plateau above the River Exe by the Romans, it was encicled by Roman and later by medieval wall. Substantial sections of the walls still remain.

The remains of a Noman castle, built by William the Conqueror, can also be found here.

One of the most intricately ornamented cathedrals in Britain can be found in Exeter. The Cathedral Church of St Peter is a 13th century cathedral built in Decorated Gothic style. Though it was bombed during WWII, and its Norman towers damaged, it was restored to its former glory. The facade on its front is coveredwith hundreds of stone statues depicting medieval knights and nobles.

When we arrived in Exeter, we stayed at Rougemont Thistle Hotel near Rougemont Gardens.

This old-fashioned rambling hotel is of Victorian design. It is centrally located with many of the towns attractions within easy walking distance.