The Shambles

street in York
#3 in York / #61 in United Kingdom
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by Peter K Burian
/ CC BY-SA 4.0

The Shambles in York, United Kingdom, is a historic street that dates back to the medieval era. Known for its narrow, cobblestone lanes and overhanging timber-framed buildings, the street retains much of its original charm. Once home to butcher shops, the Shambles' name is derived from the Anglo-Saxon word "Fleshammels," which means 'flesh-shelves.


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