Learn English in York, a historic walled city in North Yorkshire, England. York is well known for its rich history, playing an important role throughout much of its 2,000 year existence. York has plenty of places of special interest to enjoy whilst studying English in the city. Standing in the city centre, York Minster is the second-largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe. The Shambles is a narrow medieval street, lined with shops, boutiques and tea rooms whilst Clifford's Tower is another distinctive building of historical origin.