The South Downs has been praised by  visitors for its natural beauty, with one calling it a "true wonder".

The national park, which spans across the majority of Sussex, is famous for its wildlife, views and hiking trials, with many people visiting from across the country and overseas.

As well as being a popular walking destination, cyclists and horse riders are also frequent explorers of The South Downs Way all-year round.

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On Tripadvisor, the area has an unsurprising average review rating of 4.5 out of five stars.

One visitor said: "The South Downs - a true wonder and one of my favourite places in the world.

"I am fortunate enough to have very dear friends who live in Eastbourne, and Midhurst, which has given me an incredible opportunity over recent years to explore what I believe to be one of the wonders of the world.

"It's one of those places that never ceases to amaze me, and where I feel very much alive."

Another frequent visitor of the park said the stretch between Arundel and Haslemere is like a "string of pearls".

They wrote: "Bringing together several villages and hamlets like pearls on a string, it starts at Haslemere on the northern edge of the park and dog-legs south east to Arundel 29 miles away on the southern edge of the park."

Another fan of the national park said that the area is so impressive they have visited numerous times to try and see as many places as possible.

They wrote on Tripadvisor: "I have visited many parts of the South Downs on many occasions (it's a very big area).

"Every bit of countryside that I have seen in the national park has been absolutely stunning. Even the towns and villages in the area are amazing with very old buildings. There is so much to see and do here, it is worth a visit."

The national park starts in Hampshire and spans across Sussex where it ends in Eastbourne.