An old engraving of a view of Carlisle in the Middle Ages with its castle (right) and cathedral (left). During the Middle Ages, because of its proximity to the Kingdom of Scotland, Carlisle became an important military stronghold. Carlisle Castle, still relatively intact, was built in 1092 by William Rufus, and once served as a prison for Mary, Queen of Scots.
An old engraving of a view of Carlisle in the Middle Ages with its castle (right) and cathedral (left). Carlisle is a cathedral city and the county town of Cumbria. It is located at the confluence of the rivers Eden, Caldew and Petteril, 10 miles (16 km) south of the Scottish border. Originally in the historic county of Cumberland, it is now the largest settlement in the county of Cumbria. Carlisle was a Roman settlement, established to serve the forts on Hadrian's Wall. During the Middle Ages, because of its proximity to the Kingdom of Scotland, Carlisle became an important military stronghold. Carlisle Castle, still relatively intact, was built in 1092 by William Rufus, and once served as a prison for Mary, Queen of Scots. In the early 12th century, Henry I allowed the foundation of a priory in Carlisle. The town gained the status of a city in 1133 and the priory became Carlisle Cathedral.
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Location: Carlisle, Cumbria, England, UK
Photo credit: © M&N / Alamy / Afripics
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