YORK CITY WALLS
York City Walls is a renowned historical site located in York, UK. These city walls, also referred to as the Bar Walls, represent the most intact medieval city walls in England, with a total length of 2.5 miles and encompassing an area of 263 acres. The origins of York's city walls date back to around 71 AD when the Romans established their fort, Eboracum, on this site. The fort covered approximately 50 acres along the banks of the River Ouse. The rectangular configuration of these walls served as a component of the Roman fort's defensive structure. Significantly, this site continued to be inhabited even after the decline of the Roman Empire. Notably, within the confines of Eboracum, two Roman emperors met their demise. Septimius Severus in 211 AD and Constantius Chlorus in 306 AD.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Historical Landmark
• Iconic Place.