York is located in the north of England, in the county of North Yorkshire. This is a very ancient and beautiful city. A large number of historical buildings preserved here are considered the oldest in Europe. The city also houses the residence of the Archbishop of York, the “younger” of the two English archbishops of the Anglican Church.

Entertainment and attractions of York
The main attraction of the city is the York Cathedral. It is not only the largest cathedral in the north of Europe, but also a medieval building with the largest windows. The cathedral is located on the site of the baptism of King Edwin. Its construction began in 1220 and lasted for 250 years. During its history, the Cathedral burned several times, the last time it was restored in 2007.

Jorvik Viking Center
On the site of the archaeological excavations, a museum was formed – the Jorvik Viking Center. During the excavations, a 9th-century garden was discovered. The main exposition is a reconstructed Viking settlement thousands of years ago. Real archaeological finds are also on display.

Art gallery
The Art Gallery presents the works of not only English artists, but also famous painters of Italy and Northern Europe. Another interesting museum is located near the city station – the National Museum of Railways. Here the exposition includes more than 50 locomotives, the oldest of which dates back to 1829.

Clifford Fortress
Clifford Fortress, in 1262, was part of the ancient fortifications of William the Conqueror, who sought to tame the unruly north. It offers a beautiful panorama of the city.

York Labyrinth
The so-called York Labyrinth is located near the city. This is a corn field with branching paths between the plantings, and it also claims the title of the largest maze in the world. For obvious reasons, the labyrinth works only in the summer months.