THE ROYAL ARMOURIES

The Royal Armouries in Leeds is the United Kingdom's national museum of arms and armor. It has one of the largest collections of arms and armor in the world and is the oldest museum in Britain. The live demonstrations and everts that happen there are a must watch for people visiting the city for the first time.

The Royal Armoury is one of the world's oldest museums, housing a collection of over 75,000 objects dating back to the 12th century. The museum tells the story of the development of arms and armor from medieval times to the present day, through a series of interactive displays and hands-on exhibits. 

Visitors can try on armor, handle weapons, and even fire a crossbow. The Royal Armouries is also home to the world's largest collection of Tudor artifacts, including arms and armor used by Henry VIII and his court.

It is a relatively new museum, intending to make arms and armor accessible to all, and has been a Grade I listed building since 1988.

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Highlights

• The Royal Armoury is known for its wide collection of arms and armors dating back to the 12th Century, that were used in battles by the British Army.
• The Royal Armoury has a special exhibition space for touring shows and a learning center with a program of events for families and schools.
• The museum's extensive collection includes everything from swords and daggers to suits of armor and siege engines.
• It is also home to many live demonstrations and events, which bring the museum's collection to life.
• The castle was the home of many British monarchs, and it was also used as a royal armory during the 16th and 17th centuries.
• A highlight of the collection is the Durbar Shäh, the largest single-handed sword in the world, which measures 7.31 meters (24.0 ft) long.