Tuesday 8 September 2015

New Discoveries - York, UK

York is a small city in North Yorkshire. Arguably the most famous part of Yorkshire.
It's hard a fiery history, from the people of York supporting, the sometimes delusional King Richard ( the one who wrote the Demonology) to it being taken over by King Henry the 8th. Whilst still in tact, thank goodness, York is an ancient city, with it's bones still baring those of it's past, with some modern features of course.

Here are my top three things to do and see in York.


1 - York Cathedral
Look familiar?  If you've been to London, and in particular West Minster Abbey, this cathedral resembles just that.
It is an absolutely stunning master piece built in 1080 it was known as Norman Minster originally, over time more expansions aided in its beauty, and now we have what we do today. A stunning master-piece.





2 - The shambles
Arguably the best preserved medieval street in the world,  The shambles is not to be missed. With it's winding streets, cobbled roads, and uneven shops, some doors are very low and narrow, some windows are crocked. This is a Harry Potter fans must see as it resembles a little shopping street called Diagon Alley! The shambles was actually an ancient shopping street for freshly butchered meat, yep, an open slaughter house, but now days it has anything from collectables to some home made rustic pies (if you have seen Sweeny Toad, this might freak you out, as the pies looks very similar to THOSE pies in the film!)
If you keep your eyes peeled you can have a little look inside the oldest church in the shambles, it's been there since day dot. Make a donation, and don't forget to mind your head whilst walking inside.





3 - The atmosphere
Walking these streets is like walking back in time.
Take your time and soak it in, have a look at the York Castle and check out York Dungeon for a bit of fun. Learn about Yorkshires bloody history, and become a true British local. England has a long and proud history, York is the perfect place to become knowledgeable on that history.
Don't forget to pick up a pint at one of the many pubs.




My top tip?
Why not visit Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms?
It's the most famous tea house in the world. Get the original tea, and a tea cake stand. Enjoy. But watch out, the line will be around the corner, so get there early!

Cj, xx

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