With historical monuments dating back to millennia and popular tourist sites that were built much more recently, the UK is a history lover’s paradise. The UK’s complex history, rich tradition of royalty and dedication to preserving the achievements of the past has enabled it to retain many historical landmarks, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
The Pride of Yorkshire
In the ancient city of York, visitors flock to York Minster. This cathedral embraces centuries of York’s history, including the Roman origins that lie beneath the Minster and the medieval stained glass windows that date back some 800 years.
York Minster was an immense building project and was completed after 250 years. Tourists today enter areas such as the Chapter House with its obscure foliage carvings and the Tower, where visitors can look out over York itself.
Telford’s Aqueduct [Read more…]