The Isle of Wight is located off the southern coast of England and can be easily accessed by a short ferry ride from the cities of Southampton and Portsmouth and the town of Lymington. The island dates back to Roman when it was known as Vectis. Today the Isle of Wight is the largest and second most populous island of England. The island was known to be a favorite place of renowned author Charles Dickens and poet Alfred Lord Tennyson.
The island is a favorite summer destination of the British population. The size of the island is 23 miles by 13 miles. The most famous landmark of the island is Osborne House. The house was commissioned by Queen Victoria and was built as her own expense. The purpose of the house was to be the seaside retreat of the Queen and her husband Prince Albert...