York is the capital city of Yorkshire and was once known as England’s “second” city. It has a long history dating back to Roman times. Indeed many of the streets and road bear Roman Names.
York is a major tourist city for many reasons. The city boats one of the most famous cathedrals in the world. It has a number of interesting museums and the architecture within the city covers different periods of history.
The most famous cathedral is known as York Minster. It dates back to the 13th century. Tourists are captivated by its sheer size, architectural beauty and presence.
Among the museums of York, the National Railway Museum and the Castle Museum are the most famous. The National Railway Museum covers over 150 years of railway history. The Castle Museum attracts more than 650,000 visitors each year.