Brighton has been a city since at least the 1000's. The earliest maps indicate that it may have started off with only 4 streets and about 1/4th of a square mile in area. This is a far cry from today's Brighton.
Brighton has also survived several challenges. In the 1300's the town suffered from continuous erosion of her coastline, which consumed much of her farmland. The 16th century was marred by the French invasion. It has been said that at one point during this era the population had declined to just 2,000.
During the 18th and 19th centuries Brighton became a fashionable resort area. This revival was thought to have begun with the arrival of the Prince Regent (who later became King George IV) in 1805. The arrival of the railway in 1841 also continued the rapid development of the area. It was also during this time that the Palace Pier was built. The Royal Pavilion followed in the early 19th century.
Today, Brighton is called London on the Sea. The opening of a first-class convention center in the 1970's. Today, Brighton is a leading international destination not only for tourist, but also for business conventions and conferences and retreats of all kinds. In 1997, Brighton merged with Hove, into the town that is today known as Brighton & Hove.
Brighton and Hove is adored especially by the youth of today. It was recently voted as England's trendiest city. Quite a feat for this once little sleepy fishing village.
For travelers to Brighton, there are all kinds of attractions and something for everyone, regardless of budget. For the first-class seeking tourist, check out either the Hotel du Vin, at a price tag of almost $500 a night. Or, try the sumptuous Drakes Hotel Brighton at $475 a night. Both are terrific, if you don't mind the hefty price tag. There are also hotels priced from as low as $80 (Hotel Imperial).
There are also so many things to see and do in Brighton. To start with, everyone should visit the Brighton Pier. While you are there, check out the amusement park. There are bars and various food stalls right along the pier. Also, do not miss the Royal Pavilion. This was redesigned by architect John Nash in the 19th century with a mixture of classical and Indian themes. It has been rated as the best of Brighton's attractions and certainly not something to miss.
Other attractions that should be experienced are: The Lanes (a great shopping district), Volks railway, Kemp Town (an historic village close to Brighton), Brighton Beach, South Down's Way (a national park), Preston Manor.
I love Brighton and look forward to each trip. This has been just a rather small sampling of all that is waiting for you! Please go discover this beautiful town for yourself!
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