Nigeria Magazine : A trip to Shakespeare's birth place Stratford Upon Avon

Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Located in the town center of Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England, Shakespeare's Birthplace on Henley Street is where the legendary playwright was born in 1564 and spent his childhood. From 1599 to 1616, Shakespeare's family home became a hub of activity and creativity.
Explore the historic Guild Chapel of the Holy Cross, a building with over 400 years of history and significant connections to Shakespeare and his family. It's believed that Shakespeare may have written some of his literary works within its atmospheric interior.
Visitors can also see the statue of William Shakespeare, a generous gift from the Bird family, and immerse themselves in the musical culture of Shakespeare's era, which featured Renaissance polyphony, consort music, madrigals, ayres, and consort songs played on instruments like the lute, viol, recorder, harpsichord, and pipe and tabor.
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Really informative!!!!

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This is the Shakespeare we read about