Durham is a cathedral city located in County Durham in the Northeast of England. It was originally called Dunholme which means "hill island" in Ye Olde English. (I can personally attest to the hills.) It is located on the River Wear south of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
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| City of Durham |
The founding of the city can be traced to AD 995 when monks from Lindisfarne chose the site as the resting place of Saint Cuthbert. Durham Cathedral was built between 1093 and 1133 and became a place of pilgrimage during the Medieval period. Durham was also important for its strategic location in defending England against the Scots and Durham Castle, also built in the 11th century, was constructed as a stronghold. It became the residence of the prince bishop of Durham until it was given over to the University in the nineteenth century. The Castle and Cathedral are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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| The Cathedral as seen from Prebends Bridge |
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| Durham Castle and Palace Green |
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| Durham Cathedral and Palace Green |
The city is very much a university town. When uni is in session the streets and shops are filled with students. Market Square, home to the Durham Indoor Market is hopping with tradesmen, venders, and eager customers. There are tons of restaurants and takeaways. The Gala Theatre provides both live entertainment and films. All this within the confines of a Medieval town.
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| Market Square |
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