Facts You Want To Know About The Town Of Dover
Kent, England is blessed to have the town of Dover which is also a major ferry port. The town’s name originated from the River Dour. Because of the town’s proximity to France, it has been always strategically important to Great Britain.
Archaeological findings dating back to the Stone Age and Bronze Age showed strong maritime influence already in the town. The Roman lighthouse in the town is one of Great Britain’s oldest buildings. It is now the site of the Dover Castle.
Going In and Around Town:
Dover tourism is a fast growing industry. This is due in part to the accessibility of the town. You can visit the town by car via the A2 that runs from north to Canterbury to the M2. Following the A20 will lead you to the coast to Folkestone while the A256 leads north to Broadstairs, Ramsgate and Margate.
You can go to Dover also by train or boat. The town’s proximity to Europe makes it one of the busiest and thriving cross-Channel ports in Great Britain. You can find regular ferry services that operate from the town to Dunkerque, Calais and Ostend.
The major bus operator in town is the Stagecoach East Kent which runs both rural, urban and inter-urban buses. The Stagecoach buses also run regularly to Canterbury, Deal, Folkestone and further afield. If you want to get a taste of an authentic Dover tourism, explore the town on foot. It is small enough that walking around town would be most satisfying.
Visitors in town are well advised to visit the Battle of Britain Memorial. The structure is dedicated to men who fought and gave their life to protect Great Britain. Also on display in the memorial are vintage airplanes.
The white cliffs of the town are another reason why you should visit the area. The cliffs form part of the coastline that faces the Strait of Dover and France. The striking façade of the cliffs are due to its chalk composition which are made even more attractive by the streaks of black flint.
There are so many reasons why you should include Dover in your bucket list of places to travel. To find out more, visit aboutdoverkent.co.uk.