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Georgian Buildings, Bath.
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CITY OF BATH
The World Heritage city of
Bath, nestling in the valley beside the River Avon is quite
exceptional. There are many opportunities for general or special
interest half or full day tours.
With Britain’s only hot water springs, Bath first came to prominence as
the Roman town of Aqua Sulis. Today visitors can still see the
impressive heritage of the
Roman Baths and temple which were built nearly 2,000 years
ago.
In the 18th century it became fashionable to visit Bath ‘to take the
waters’. Providing facilities for the visitors meant many new buildings
and the city now enjoys a rich Georgian heritage of architecture, of
which the Circus and Royal Crescent by John Wood are among the
highlights.
Fashionable society in 18th century Bath was conducted under the
auspices of Beau Nash, the Master of Ceremonies. Visits to the
Assembly Rooms,
number 1 the Royal Crescent,
Bath Abbey,
Theatre Royal and tea in the
Pump Room all help to recreate the lifestyle of an 18th
century visitor.
The artists Gainsborough and Rowlandson, the writers
Jane Austen and Fanny Burney, the entrepreneur Ralph Allen,
owner of the Bath Stone Quarries, the architect Robert Adam designing
Britain’s unique Pulteney Bridge, all played a part in shaping Georgian
Bath.
For garden enthusiasts there is a rare Georgian town garden, the
beautiful 18th century landscape garden at
Prior Park, the Victorian Botanical Gardens plus many
attractive public parks within the city centre.
Today there is much for the visitor to enjoy. In addition to the Roman
and Georgian heritage, you can experience and enjoy the hot mineral
spring waters in the new 21st century spa complex -
Thermae Bath Spa.
Let Bath Parade Guides help you make the most of your visit to Bath
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