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In our series exploring the sights and stories of Europe\u2019s most fascinating historic cities, Pragya Vohra shares the story of a British city that has undergone many transformations through the centuries <\/p>

By Kev Lochun\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Saturday, 12 August 2023 at 06:02 AM<\/p>

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In our series exploring the sights and stories of Europe\u2019s most fascinating, enduring and historic destinations, travel journalist Paul Bloomfield is joined by historian and medievalist Dr Pragya Vohra for a trip to York.<\/p>\n

Together they explore the city\u2019s Roman foundations, economic and cultural flourishing in the Middle Ages and its development as an industrious modern city.<\/p>\n

Along the way, Pragya introduces some of the pivotal figures in York\u2019s story, offering up some top places to visit and key travel tips for insights into its heritage \u2013 all from a local\u2019s perspective.<\/p>\n

Listen to all episodes | Explore the entire History\u2019s Greatest Cities series<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/body><\/html>\n
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