Visit York: The Capital of the North | United Kingdom
Travellers arriving in the UK from abroad for the first time invariably land in London unless they have a specific connection to friends or family elsewhere in the country. And there is nothing wrong with that of course! Visiting London should be top on everyone’s list; however those with longer to explore and wanting to experience more of what the UK has to offer should consider heading North to York, one of the most exciting and beautiful major cities in England.
York Minster, UK by Paul Wordingham
The city of York, founded by the Romans in 71 AD is steeped in historical, artistic and political connections just waiting for you to discover them. First stop should be York Minster which is a stunning cathedral of architectural importance that features incredible stained glass and dominates the cities skyline. York is a walled city and visitors can walk along many of the intact walls and discover the various towers and gates on the route around the old town. Famed for its tourist industry, York is an ideal destination for last minute UK holidays and is easily accessible by road and rail.
With gardens and riverside parkland to explore on sunny days, and themed ghost walks to venture on – if you dare – as the nights draw in, York offers diverse experiences all year round. Don’t miss out on a walk down the ‘Shambles’ which is a quirky medieval street filled with over-hanging timber framed buildings or the chance to see iconic steam trains at the National Railway Museum.
York has something for everyone: couples on a romantic break can take a boat ride down the river, lounge in the award winning restaurants and bars or give their credit cards a work out in the numerous shops and boutiques. Families can head to the Jorvik visitor centre to immerse themselves in the sites and smells of Viking culture; or how about a trip to tantalise the taste buds at York’s Chocolate Story? There is often an outdoor ice rink in winter and many seasonal events throughout the year; York is waiting to welcome you – add it on to your itinerary now!
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