| With a 2006 population of 90,000, Bath is located in the | | | | striking architectural feature of the city. It is one of the |
| south west region of England and is built around the | | | | largest examples of perpendicular Gothic architecture. |
| only naturally occurring Hot Springs in the UK (thus the | | | | You'll also notice many Roman archaeological sites |
| name!). The Romans established it as a spa resort in | | | | cordoned off throughout the center of the city. |
| 43 A.D., building bathing complexes and temples in the | | | | Bath also features many fine museums, including the |
| surrounding area. | | | | Victoria Art Gallery, the Museum of East Asian Art, |
| During the Middle Ages, Bath prospered mainly through | | | | and of course the Roman Baths. Jane Austen lived in |
| its wool trading, but in the 18th century Bath became a | | | | the city from 1801 to 1806, and although it is known that |
| center of fashionable life, and many of its cultural and | | | | she did not particularly like the city, nonetheless there is |
| architectural landmarks were constructed. Today, Bath | | | | a Jane Austen Centre which is a tribute to her. |
| is known for its beautifully preserved Georgian | | | | Tourism is a major industry in Bath, with about 5 million |
| architectural structures. Probably the most well-known | | | | visitors coming every year. The city is well-equipped to |
| is the Royal Crescent, a fabulous structure of | | | | handle this influx, with about 100 restaurants and the |
| connected Georgian houses built between 1767 and | | | | same amount of bars and pubs. There are also open |
| 1775. A short stroll away is a curved group of 30 | | | | top bus tours as well as river tours and walking tours. |
| Georgian townhouses called the Circus. | | | | The city finally created a modern spa in 2006 in an |
| Although the primary style of architecture in Bath is | | | | effort to return to the glory days of the Roman baths. |
| Georgian, the 16th century Norman Bath Abbey is a | | | | |