Some of the beautiful buildings in York, England, across the Centuries 

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You will be able to appreciate the many fine buildings whether you're interested in architecture or not.  York is full of very well-preserved and restored magnificent buildings from the 13th Century onwards.  Clifford's Tower on the mound dates from the 13th Century, the beautifully beamed 14th Century Merchant Adventurers Hall is still in use today. 

Just wandering around the city is a history lesson in itself - one cannot fail but notice the passage of time through the designs of the buildings.    Romans, Vikings, Normans all left their mark. Visit York and prepare to be amazed.

ruins	Tudor
Medieval	Victorian

York's Theatre Royal was originally built in 1744 then later remodelled with a Victorian Gothic frontage in the 18th Century although the many changes to the building make it quite difficult to identify original architecture.

York Railway Station is another very fine example of handsome and solid Victorian architecture, one of the best in Britain  So don't just pass through it - view it.

There are also numerous tourist attractions to amuse and entertain during your stay in York.

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