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Durham Cathedral, in the heart of County Durham

Durham Cathedral

The Cathedral Church of Christ, Blessed Mary the Virgin and St Cuthbert of Durham, commonly known as Durham Cathedral is a vast Norman cathedral in the City of Durham, in County Durham.

The present cathedral was founded in 1093. It is regarded as one of the finest examples of Norman architecture and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with nearby Durham Castle, which faces it across Palace Green. (Read more)