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I traveled to York several years ago. Back then, I have to admit, travel was far more casual for me than it is today. Not entirely a bad thing but I think I may have missed some perspective as to what I was experiencing. Still there is something to be said for the "Wow, did you know..." factor as you stumble upon things. In York you stumble constantly.
Their history is both broad and deep (literally based on excavations below York Minster) with significant rule by the Romans, the Anglo Saxons, The Vikings and the Normans. The medieval manifestations are certainly the most obvious with its walls and towers and, of course, the Minster itself, but you will also find numerous museums and archeological exhibits of the Viking, Norman and other eras.
The City of York itself is definitely worth a visit as one of the most charming and historically significant places in England. Beyond the city, the area of Yorkshire is an absolutely beautiful place rich as well with history and fascinating architecture. |
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BillNJ Sun May 4, 2008 01:09 UTC
Great tips and photos on York. The Castle Howard looks wonderful! Best from New Jersey, Bill | Gillybob Thu Nov 1, 2007 11:18 UTC
We had a wonderful VT Meet in York in January - great memories! Good to see a visitor getting to see the North of England! Gillybob greetings | Stephen-KarenConn Thu Nov 30, 2006 18:57 UTC
As always, exceptionally well written tips. We have a painting of the York Minster Cathedral hanging in our foyer We bought it from a sidewalk artist there - a remembrance of our our honeymoon in Great Britain in 2001. | barryg23 Mon Feb 20, 2006 23:33 UTC
Excellent writeup on York, I like your story from the Judge's lodging. I visited York last weekend, am regretting that I didn't make it to Castle Howard. |
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