York!
Location!
York is a historical riverside city which is home to number of attractions. It is located in the North East England and is very near to numerous national parks such as Peak District and Lake District.
History Of York!
The history of York dates back 2000 years ago in AD79. When the Romans invaded and conquered the Celtic tribes. After the Romans withdrew from Britain in the fifth century, the Anglo-Saxons began their invasion, Northumbria was in the middle of civil war when the Vikings raided and captured York in 866.
How to get there!
York has lots of motorway links to all regions in the UK so travelling to York by car is simple. There are also lots of train services from London, Edinburgh and Manchester. It is also close to three international airports: Leeds/Bradford, Humberside and Manchester.
Attractions
o York Minster – One of the greatest cathedrals in Europe, built over 250 years ago as an artistic and architectural masterpiece.
o Jorvik Viking Centre – Jorvik is a reconstruction of how the Vikings use to live in AD975, visitors can journey through the reconstruction of Viking Age streets.
o Shambles – The shambles is the best preserved medieval street. It has been around for over 900 years. The streets are narrow, twisty and have sharp corners. There were many butchers on the street but now have been replaced with jewellery and sweet shops.
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