World Heritage Identification Number: 425
World Heritage since: 1987
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Continent: Europe
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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Blenheim Palace: A Princely Dwelling and National Monument
Blenheim Palace, located in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England, stands as a testament to the grandeur of 18th-century architecture and the spirit of national pride. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987, this country house serves as the seat of the Dukes of Marlborough and offers a unique blend of history, art, and landscaping that continues to captivate visitors from around the world.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
Blenheim Palace, near Oxford, stands in a romantic park created by the famous landscape gardener 'Capability' Brown. It was presented by the English nation to John Churchill, first Duke of Marlborough, in recognition of his victory in 1704 over French and Bavarian troops. Built between 1705 and 1722 and characterized by an eclectic style and a return to national roots, it is a perfect example of an 18th-century princely dwelling.
Encyclopedia Record: Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace is a country house in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England. It is the seat of the Dukes of Marlborough. Originally called Blenheim Castle, it has been known as Blenheim Palace since the 19th century. One of England's largest houses, it was built between 1705 and 1722, and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.Additional Site Details
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(iv) — Outstanding example of a type of building or landscape
Coordinates: 51.84194444 , -1.361388889
