York Minster magnificent architecture towering over the city of York (York Minster Cathedral)

Member Name: lellagrace

Product:	York Minster Cathedral
Date:	17/08/06 (68 review reads)
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Advantages: Architecture, stained glass, peace and tranquillity.

Disadvantages: Climb to the tower can be exhausting!

Towering over the north Yorkshire city of York, seen for miles around, is the magnificent York Minster. This cathedral is still as beautiful as ever, despite a fire destroying part of it over 20 years ago. The restoration project is ongoing to prevent the Minster decaying further and an admission charge was introduced fairly recently to help this cause.

The cost as in August 2006 is around £4.00 per person, less for concessions.

Step inside and admire the vaulted roof, the stained glass windows and the general peace and calmness in this inspirational building.

There are guides available to explain things and guidebooks will of course tell you more about this magnificent building, there is simply too much detail to go into on here.

When there is a service on, admission is free, and it is worth visiting at this time to listen to the voices of the choir, and to join in the service if you wish.

If you climb to the top of the tower the views are stunning, but do be warned, even for the fittest the steps are narrow and very steep - and there are a lot of them!!!!

The gift shop has a selection of gifts and books etc. But this is very small and can get crowded. To avoid this, there is another Minster shop just across the road.

If you visit York then you can't fail to miss the Minster, it is visible from most of the city - use it as a landmark when you wander around the city's narrow streets, but don't miss out on going inside. It really is worth a visit.

Summary: If you are in York then you should visit the Minster - it really is awe inspiring