York, as in New York.  But this is the original!!  Located 3 hours east of Cumbria, York is a beautiful walled city.  There has been a settlement on this site for almost 2000 years, beginning with the arrival of the Roman Legions about  71AD.    They built their first fort, a wooden structure, and replaced it with stone about 108AD.  The dominant feature of York is its MINSTER.  The present structured dates back to the 14th century, some parts earlier and the Minster is a seat of the Church in England.

The first church on this site was built in 627AD.

Want further history lessons?  Google them.

Anyway, this place is spectacular.  The next post will show what some of the inside looks like.  

This area is what we called the 'high rent' district.  Close to the cathedral,  large buildings with perfectly manicured lawns and gardens, this area is unlike any other neighborhood in York.

Every where you are in the city you can catch a glimpse of the Minster.  Get lost?  Then a quick 360 in one of the many squares of the city will pick out this landmark and you'll be on your way again, in the right direction.

Beautiful anytime of day, my favorite views are at night.  The shadows play upon the detail of the structure and give an even greater appreciation of the magnificent features.