Every tourist destination has it’s attractions. However, because every tourist is different, these attractions have greater or lesser value. In this series Gary’s gives his reasons for traveling to a particular place. Hopefully some of his thoughts will entice you to consider adding this particular place to your itinerary. The entire series is being categorized under the heading, “Spotlights.” You may find more about these locations in the archives of this website, under headings such as, “Great Places,” “Things to Do in,” “Best of,” “Top 10” and “Places of a Lifetime.” In addition, there may be “Walking Tours” of these places available for purchase on the website for the low price of $1.49 each.

             York England is a place of mists and moors, reminiscent of Bronte novels. The medieval, walled city is a treasure trove of attractions for the tourist. Include York England in your Great Britain itinerary for at least the following reasons:

         1. The York Minster, the city’s cathedral, is one of the largest Gothic churches in Europe. It’s towers dominate the landscape of York.

York Minster

          2. Walk the walls of York England for a different view of the city.

York Walls

        3. York England can easily serve as a base of operations for an exploration of Hadrian’s Wall, a remnant of the Roman Empire which dates to 75 AD.

Hadrian’s Wall