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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Durham,_EnglandDurham, England - Wikipedia

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   Durham (/ ˈ d ʌr əm / ⓘ DURR-əm, locally / ˈ d ɜːr əm / listen ⓘ) is a cathedral city and civil parish in the county of Durham, England. It is the county town and contains the headquarters of Durham County Council, the unitary authority which governs the district of County Durham.

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2. www.thisisdurham.comThe Official Tourism Website for Durham | An Amazing County

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   this is social. The official tourism site for Durham. Book hotels & accommodation, find places to eat, and things to do in durham. Discover amazing what's on events such as Kynren and Lumiere and stroll through historic Durham market towns to visit Durhams shops.

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   Is Durham a city?

   • Durham ( / ˈdʌrəm / ⓘ DURR-əm, locally / ˈdɜːrəm / listen ⓘ) [a] is a cathedral city and civil parish in the county of Durham, England. It is the county town and contains the headquarters of Durham County Council, the unitary authority which governs the district of County Durham.

   Durham, England - Wikipedia

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   Why is Durham a great place to visit?

   • Northeast England is elbows-deep in history – and nowhere is the region’s legacy more evident than in Durham. One of Christianity’s most important saints is entombed at Durham Cathedral, making the city a pilgrimage destination for worshippers from across the globe.

   The best things to do in Durham - Lonely Planet

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   Which boroughs belong to Durham?

   • The metropolitan boroughs of Gateshead, South Tyneside, and Sunderland in the metropolitan county of Tyne and Wear also belong to the historic county of Durham. There are two upland regions in the geographic county of Durham.

   Durham | England, Map, Cathedral, & Population | Britannica

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   How did Durham get its name?

   • The city has been known by a number of names throughout history. The original Nordic Dun Holm was changed to Duresme by the Normans and was known in Latin as Dunelm. The modern form Durham came into use later in the city's history.

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4. www.visitnortheastengland.com › places › durhamOfficial tourist information for Durham - Visit North East ...

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   Apr 28, 2019 · Durham. DURHAM, MAKE YOUR OWN HISTORY. Immerse yourself in history as you discover Durham - a magnificent medieval city and landscape dotted with castles, museums and spectacular natural landmarks. You get a sense of its historical importance as soon as you arrive in the city centre, where the majestic Durham Cathedral has dominated the skyline ...

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   Durham, England. There are two upland regions in the geographic county of Durham. In the west the limestones of the Pennines —reaching an elevation of 2,452 feet (747 metres) at Burnhope Seat—dip gently eastward and are dissected by the valleys of the Rivers Wear and Tees. Basaltic rocks are exposed at High Force waterfall and near Stanhope.

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6. www.visitbritain.com › en › destinationsThings To Do & See In Durham City, UK | VisitBritain

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   Sip on the city’s favourite tipples on insider distillery tours, or try local flavours on a foodie discovery. Head off the beaten track through the Durham Dales to the soaring cliff tops of the Durham Heritage Coast. Or watch history come to life at Kynren, an unmissable open-air performance.

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7. www.lonelyplanet.com › top-things-to-do-in-durhamThe best things to do in Durham - Lonely Planet

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   Aug 29, 2022 · Lorna Parkes. Aug 29, 2022 • 6 min read. The lovely River Wear flows through Durham, making it easy at moments to feel like you’re in the countryside © SolStock / Getty Images. Northeast England is elbows-deep in history – and nowhere is the region’s legacy more evident than in Durham.

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9. www.chasingthelongroad.com › england › things-to-do22 Unmissable Things to Do in Durham, England - Travel Guide ...

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   Feb 8, 2024 · 1. Visit Durham Cathedral. The Cathedral is the most important attraction in Durham. It’s possibly the most famous cathedral in the whole of Britain. After the Norman Conquest of England, this cathedral was built in the late 11 th century. So, clearly, the architecture of the cathedral has significant Norman influence.