The beautiful City of York in Northern England is a treasure trove of historic buildings. Millions of visitors from around the globe flock to the City each year to soak up its historical beauty. Here are some of the sites they come to see: York Minster - the largest medieval church in Northern Europe, with a wealth of Stained Glass. The Minster is on a historic site that dates back to Roman times.
The Bar Walls - the finest remaining circuit of medieval walls in England, built during the 13th and 14th century and standing two miles in length. Set in the walls is the Micklegate Bar Museum
The Shambles - one of the best preserved medieval streets in Europe.
Merchant Adventurers Hall - a medieval Guild Hall, built 1357-62.
Fairfax House - an eighteenth century Town House, restored by York Civic Trust in 1984.
Treasurer's House - the original home of the Treasurers of York Minster. Present building dates from late 16th-early 17th century
Clifford's Tower, 13th century stone tower on an artificial mound erected by William the Conqueror.
St William's College - built c1475 for the Minster Chantry priests
The Guildhall - dates from the 15th century - restored after the War.
Mansion House - built in 1725-30 as the official home of the Lord Mayor.
For more information - and links to websites with detailed information about each building, visit this web page.
And there's much more information about York on that website.
