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| York |
| Location |
Yorkshire |
| Status |
Unitary, City |
| Area |
273 sq km/105 sq mi |
| Population |
186,800 |
| Language |
English |
| Currency |
Pound Sterling (GBP) |
| Timezone |
GMT/UTC and BST (Summer) |
| Tel area code |
01904 |
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Overview:
York is a Viking city located in Yorkshire County (to which the city lends its name), in Northern England. It is home to a wealth of history and culture. York is noted for its narrow, medieval streets surrounded by the 13th century city walls. The superb York Minster (a historic cathedral church), with impressive architecture and spectacular gardens nearby, is located at the heart of city.
The famous York University was founded in 1963 and the York St John University received its university status in 2006. York also boasts countless cafés and coffee shops, shopping facilities, cinemas, historic theatres (e.g. Grand Opera House), public houses, night clubs, and bars.
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Geography and Climate in York
York lies at the confluence of two rivers, the Ouse and the Foss. The geographic coordinates of the city are 53°57′N 1°05′W. The valley of York is almost a fairly flat area with an unusual amount of green land.
Spring months are particularly popular seasons to visit York. Numerous trees begin to flower at this time. During the time, the city’s parks and gardens are filled with spring color. The average daily January temperature is 7ºC (45ºF) and the average daily July temperature is 22ºC (72ºF).
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History:
York was founded in AD 71. The present name is said to be derived from Eboracum, the Latin name that was once used to call the city. York has an affluent Viking and Roman history. It acted as capital of Britannia Inferior, the Roman province. Later, the city became the headquarters of the Archbishop of York. It also acted as a major hub for the Viking kingdom of Jorvik.
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People and Culture of York
The York city has a population of 137,505, while the whole unitary authority comprises a population of 184,900. Among these people, 97.8% are White.
Bradford has a long standing cultural tradition. The cultural life of the city includes sporting heritage, media activities, arts, music, and many festivals. York, the cultural capital in the north of England, is also rich in museums and art galleries.
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People Culture in York
The York city has a population of 137,505, while the whole unitary authority comprises a population of 184,900. Among these people, 97.8% are White.
Bradford has a long standing cultural tradition. The cultural life of the city includes sporting heritage, media activities, arts, music, and many festivals. York, the cultural capital in the north of England, is also rich in museums and art galleries.
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Tourism in York
York is reasonably popular with tourists of all ages. Of the most popular tourist attractions and landmarks are Jorvik Viking Centre, York Maze, the 19th century Observatory, Fairfax House, Castle Howard, The Roman Column, and Clifford's Tower.
York also has many award-winning parks and gardens, which provide peaceful spots in the heart of urban life. Some of them include Burnby Hall Gardens, Clarence Gardens, Sutton Park, Duncombe Park, and York Museum Gardens.
Other attractions are Yorkshire Museum, Richard III Museum, Adze Art Gallery, Pyramid Art Gallery, York's National Railway Museum (NRM), Convent Museum, studio Art Gallery, Micklegate Bar Museum, Alan Stuttle Art Gallery, and City Art Gallery.
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Transport in York
York is well-served by trains and buses. York railway lies on the East Coast, Cross Country and Transpennine mainlines. The bus system covers the city well and is well used by both tourists and locals. Taxis, buses, and car rental are extensively available to the nearby interesting towns, tourist attractions, and important landmarks.
The airports close to York are the Manchester International Airport, about a 2 hour drive away, and the Leeds Airport, 45 minutes by car.
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