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Description: York is a city in North Yorkshire, England, at the confluence of the Rivers Ouse and Foss. The York urban area has a ... more

York in General ... population of 137,505 whilst the entire unitary authority (see below) has a population of 184,900. York is the traditional county town of Yorkshire, to which it lends its name. However, it did not form part of any of the three historic divisions of Yorkshire; known as ridings. Traditionally the term City of York was reserved for the area within the city walls (a small area outside of the walls, the Ainsty, was often associated with the City, resulting in the term the City and Ainsty of York), but the modern City of York, created on April 1, 1996, is much larger. It is a unitary authority, and apart from York itself, includes several neighbouring parishes which formerly belonged to the surrounding districts of Harrogate, Ryedale and Selby. It borders on the non-metropolitian counties of North Yorkshire and the East Riding of Yorkshire though for ceremonial purposes is part of North Yorkshire. York is home to the University of York, founded in 1963, and York St John University, which gained university status in 2006.

Newest Review: ... and had the loveliest cake and tea ever! We also visited the Jorvik Centre and enjoyed it, it had changed a lot since our last visit - for the better! The Jorvik Centre for those of that you don't know is devoted to all things Viking! It charts the life of Vikings in York, you go down the stairs and sit in a 'time machine' which transports you back in time using movement and cinematics and ... more

... then you transfer to a little pod which takes you round a mock viking village gradually bringing you back to modern day. There are sounds and smells, even a man sitting on the toilet!! You get a running commentary in your little car, very educational an...more

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York in General: York - lovely (466 words)
by DouCam - written on 09/08/08 (Useful, 42 readings)
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We love York as a family and usually visit there at least once a year. My favourite bit is the Shambles, the buildings here date back to the 14th century, the streets are narrow and up above you the tops of the shops are almost touching! I love wandering round there and finding nice little shops. if you are interested in jewellery making there is a lovely shop selling lots of beads and jewellery making equipment. We were last down there in July and it was pouring with rain, we found a lovely little cafe tucked behind a souvenir shop and had the loveliest cake and tea ever! We also visited the Jorvik Centre and enjoyed it, it had changed ...

York is a city that has stood the test of time. (640 words)
by Pobski69 - written on 09/08/08 (Very useful, 35 readings)
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Well where do I begin about the city that I was born in the city I work in and whose football team I support.York is one of those places that has so much history and so many things to do that when you see it every day you do not always appreciate it as much as when you are just a visitor but I do.There is of course York Minster and I must admit I have not been in there lots of times but when I have been it has been interesting and had a pretty good look around and see what has happened over hundreds of years.There is the York Wheel which is the York version of the London Eye.Not as big and not as spectacular but still is worth a ride on this.It is situated next to The ...

York in General: Culture, History and much more (872 words)
by eiley123 - written on 29/01/08 (Very useful, 66 readings)
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I live in the East Riding of Yorkshire, within 40 minutes drive of York. York has so much to offer the visitor whether a day tripper, weekender or longer staying holidaymaker. NEARBY From York it is really easy and quick to visit Leeds. Leeds is ideal if you want to partake in some city shopping or sightseeing. Leeds can be reached by car, train or local bus. The very pretty and historic market town of Beverley is but a short distance away. Here you can visit Beverley Minster, the races or the market . Travelling to the east of York, within another 40 minutes or so you can visit the coast and a traditional seaside resort such ...

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