Falmouth - Cornwall is a modestly sized town of over twenty thousand residents. It has a particularly famous harbor--easily the most famous in England. It is famous because it is the third deepest harbor in the world. This makes it, naturally, a valuable and unusual area, as demonstrated by its history.
The town is not as old as some others in England. A castle was built only five hundred years ago by Henry VIII to guard a particularly valuable road and the town sprang up around it. Since it had both road and sea to guard against, it was the site of influence in many wars and had a rich history despite its young age.
The harbor is still the main source of economy. Though fishing is big, it is not as big as it once was. The harbor is now more used for shipping purposes. Another leading factor is cruise lines. This also boosts the tourist trade, as cruises can stop here on day trips.
The area has been of much inspiration to the arts and sciences alike. Florence Nightingale worked in and visited the town. Several literary figures have written works here or have been openly inspired by the sea life. One such book was "The Wind in the Willows." It is also a good place to shoot films set at see, like an adaptation of "Treasure Island."
The area is a quiet place despite the tourism and its historical importance. There is an art gallery and a rugby team, so there are enough sports to keep things exciting. Water sports are also big, especially sailing. One can also enjoy the benefits of the meteorological observation tower, which is a very impressive structure that looks rather imposing. Many travelers come through the area, so there plenty of worldly connection to be had while still enjoying the peace.
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