From the graceful architecture of Canterbury Cathedral to the soaring ramparts of Edinburgh Castle, via the mountains of Wales or the Roman ruins of Hadrian's Wall, Britain's endless variety is astounding. Our Promise: You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it. Inside This Book: — 441 days of research; — 161 maps; — 8 classic itineraries; — 5000+ years of history; — Inspirational photos; — Clear, easy-to-use maps; — Pull-out city map; — 3D plans of iconic sights; — Comprehensive planning tools; — In-depth background.