York is a city steeped in History that you must visit when you are in North Yorkshire It would be impossible to see everything this city has to offer in just one day, and there are an abundance of Hotels in York to let you stay that little bit longer.
The city of York was founded by the Romans in 71 AD and is sited where two rivers called Ouse and Foss become one. Originally named Eboracum, the city has changed its name many times over the years. When the Vikings captured the city they changed the name to Jorvik which was later changed to something resembling York (or Yerk) near the end of the Viking Period.
To defend the City the Romans built a wall around it. This wall has been rebuilt many times over the years and is now a tourist attraction boasting over one million visitors per year. The preservation of the wall is paramount to allow future generations to marvel at its wonder, and the City Council are responsible for the conservation efforts.
Taking a walk down The Shambles you can witness the medieval architecture dating back to the 15th Century. Originally a meat market you will see the over-hanging timber buildings that are mentioned in the Doomsday Book. In 1872 it was recorded that there were 26 butchers in this street, now there are many tea-rooms and tourist shops selling souvenirs.
No trip to York cam be complete without visiting the second largest Gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe called York Minster Lightening Struck York Minster in 1984and the fire which followed caused millions of pounds worth of damage The stunning Cathedral took many years to be restored and is now a focal point within the city
The city is a brilliant place to use as a base while visiting North Yorkshire as there are many guesthouses and B&B’s in York York can offer lots of evening entertainment such as bars, restaurants and theatres and with Hotels in York close by you can relax in this vibrant city.
You may think it is difficult to find a decent hotel in York, but there are so many Hotels in York that you will find it hard to decide