historic site

noun
UK /hɪˈstɒrɪk saɪt/
US /hɪˈstɔːrɪk saɪt/

A place where something important happened a long time ago.

We visited a historic site where an old castle once stood.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A building or area protected by law because of its historical importance.

The old town hall is a protected historic site.

3. A location that teaches people about the past.

The battlefield is now a historic site with guided tours.

4. A place that draws visitors because of its history.

Tourists come from far away to see this famous historic site.