York

This is the remains of a Roman fort which occupied York from around 43 to 410 AD. 

This building dates back to 1434 in traditional Tudor style. A bit ahead of its time really. The windows were a work of art. 

Stonegate street

Several of the hundreds of Grotesques in and around York Minster. 

York Minster

Betty's Tea Room - Very expensive. This famous cafe hosts its guests for afternoon tea. Originally, when it was first constructed, afternoon tea was exclusively for the aristocrats of society. High tea was for the working class. This area of the city is known as Allan's Square. I ate my soup and sandwich here bought at a nearby lunch shop. At the shop, the clerk complemented me on my accent. She said it was beautiful. I was honestly, taken aback. Minnesotans are never complemented on their accent, but rather, most often, the subject of tease. 

Ruins of St. Mary's Abbey, dating back to 13th Century, which was demolished during the reformation period under Henry VIII. I am beginning to dislike how much architecture he destroyed. 

The River Ouse - York Museum Gardens

I spent an hour just sitting in the park, taking in all the sights and sounds. I don't understand why American cities hate pigeons. I love them. They add so much character and life to the park. 

The view of a cute cafe from York's city walls.

Housing just outside of the walls. 

Bootham Bar - A city gate fortress. The gates in and out of the city used to be closed from dusk to dawn. There was a town curfew bell to signal the closing of the gates. This photograph makes it look like you couldn't go inside. But, it is open to the public I just liked this shot. 

The City Wall

The beautiful York Minster. It is an Anglican church, although originally catholic. It was, as expected, awe-inspiring. Surprisingly, it has gone through many fires in its history, but it was restored well every time. This Gothic cathedral is the largest north of the Alps and it holds the world's largest collection of medieval glass. The picture just above this paragraph shows a worship band set up for a big event this weekend. It was so encouraging to see and hear that the church is still active and alive with worship.