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Plymouth
The historic port city of Plymouth is located on the Devon
coast, about 190 miles (310km) south-west of London, and has been
attracting both local and international holidaymakers for
centuries. Dating back to the Bronze Age, this port's history has
seen it as a trading post of the Roman Empire and a departure point
for pilgrims to 'the New World'. Plymouth's naval background is
still evident in the city's shipbuilding industry but the economy
is also largely influenced by tourism and service-based businesses,
the well-established facilities and infrastructure creating an
appealing environment for visitors. There are ferries to and from
Plymouth linking it to France and Spain, and the city's airport
supports a number of international flights. There are many historic
attractions in Plymouth to enjoy, including the 17th century Royal
Citadel and the Smeaton's Tower lighthouse, built in 1759. Visitors
can stroll along the many cobbled streets of the Barbican; and read
the memorial plaques on the Mayflower Steps in Sutton Pool, from
which the famous pilgrims' voyage was launched. The National Marine
Aquarium and Crownhill Fort are also great local attractions.
Plymouth is a good base for excursions to Dartmoor National Park,
the Tamar Valley and the popular surfing beaches of southeast
Cornwall.
Information & Facts
Language
English is the official language, though visitors will be
astonished by the variety of regional accents.
Money
The currency is the pound (GBP), which is divided into 100
pence. ATMs are available in all towns and Visa, MasterCard and
American Express are widely accepted; visitors with other cards
should check with their credit card companies in advance. Foreign
currency can be exchanged at bureaux de change and large hotels,
however better exchange rates are likely to be found at banks.
Travellers cheques are accepted in all areas frequented by
tourists; they are best taken in Pounds Sterling to avoid
additional charges.
Time
Local time in the United Kingdom is GMT (GMT +1 from last
Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October).