Some interesting places in Norwich

THE CATHEDRAL

Norwich Cathedral was begun in 1096 and completed by 1145. The Anglican cathedral boasts the second tallest spire (96m/315ft) and largest medieval cloisters in England. The ground plan of the cathedral structure remains virtually unchanged from its original, making it 'one of the most complete Romanesque buildings in Europe'.

NORWICH CASTLE
It begun in 1067, the early wooden fort of Norwich Castle was replaced with an impressive and ornate masonry keep, completed by 1121. It was the only royal castle in Norfolk and Suffolk until 1165. It was used as a gaol from the 13th century, Norwich Castle was purchased by the City Council and became a museum and art gallery in 1894.