Lara Naomi
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The Royal Crescent in Bath does exactly what it says on the tin: it’s a very pretty, iconic row of architecturally significant Georgian houses. I'm not quite sure why some reviewers complain that it "doesn't look like the pictures" when it’s a curved row of houses, facing a park, and it very much continues to be... a curved row of houses facing a park.
That’s not a criticism, though, far from it. The elegance and symmetry of the Crescent are exactly what make it so striking. It's easy to see why it draws in Regency-era fans, Bridgerton devotees, and Austenites alike. The view is unmistakably Bath, and surprisingly, it wasn’t too crowded when I visited, perhaps the midday sun had driven most people to shadier spots.
If I had one gripe, it’s the modern cars parked out front. They’re a bit of a visual buzzkill and an unwelcome anachronism that breaks the illusion. A pedestrian-only zone might help preserve the atmosphere, improve air quality, and vastly upgrade the tourist photo ops... though I imagine the residents would have something to say about that (unless, of course, they’re willing to switch to horse-drawn carriages, in which case we’re all winners).
All that said, the Royal Crescent is undeniably historically significant and well worth seeing. I only wish more of the selfie-stick-wielding crowd would pause long enough to appreciate the historical weight of the place. It’s not just an Instagram backdrop, it’s a genuine architectural landmark, and one that continues to impress, even in 30-degree heat.
