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Salisbury

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A stunning view of Salisbury Cathedral, a famous historic church with a tall spire.

Welcome to Salisbury

Salisbury is a lovely city in Wiltshire, England. It is where three rivers—the Avon, Nadder, and Bourne—meet. The city is close to big cities like Southampton and Bath.

Old and New Salisbury

Long ago, there was an old cathedral north of the city at a place called Old Sarum. Later, a beautiful new cathedral was built near the rivers. A village grew around it and became the city we know today. In 1227, Salisbury got special permission to call itself a city and was named New Sarum for a time.

Special Places Nearby

Just a short drive from Salisbury is Stonehenge, one of the most famous places in the world. It is a special site protected by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Fun Things to See

Salisbury has a wonderful cathedral with a tall tower. It holds a very old and important copy of a historic document called the Magna Carta. The city also has a market that has been open since 1227. People come to buy fresh foods and goods twice a week.

Friendly Connections

Salisbury is friends with cities in other countries. It has special links with Saintes in France, Xanten in Germany, and even with places called Salisbury in North Carolina and Maryland in the United States.

Salisbury is a place full of history, beautiful buildings, and friendly people. It’s a great city to visit and explore!

Images

A historic market square in Salisbury known as Poultry Cross.
A photograph of 'The Wardrobe' located in Salisbury.
The South Gate and South Gate House in Salisbury, UK, leading to De Vaux Place.
Historic Guildhall building located on Queen Street in Salisbury, England.
A model showing how the Castle and Cathedral of Old Sarum might have looked in the 12th century.
A beautiful view of Salisbury Cathedral from Old Sarum, showing the historic cityscape.
The stunning west front of Salisbury Cathedral, a famous Gothic building in England.
A beautiful watercolor painting of Minster Street in Salisbury by artist Louise Rayner.
The Guildhall, a historic building in Salisbury, United Kingdom.
A scenic view of Queen Elizabeth Gardens in Salisbury, featuring the River Avon flowing through the park.
A historic street view of Butchers Row in Salisbury, England, showcasing its charming architecture and cityscape.
A lively market scene from Salisbury, England, showing people shopping and browsing goods in 2004.
A view of High Street in Salisbury, England, showing historic buildings and a calm urban setting.

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