Highclere Castle
by Karen Jane Jones
Title
Highclere Castle
Artist
Karen Jane Jones
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Highclere Castle, nestled in lush Hampshire countryside is home to the Earl of Carnarvon, and a film location for the popular Downton Abbey TV series. This building is of historical importance in the UK, and remains a popular tourist attraction.
The present Earl's Great grandfather along with Howard Carter discovered the tomb of the boy Pharaoh, Tutankhamen. There is a permanent exhibition dedicated to the life and treasures of Tutankhamen at the castle.
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August 19th, 2015
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