Clifford's Tower, City of York, North Yorkshire, England, UK

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The 13th century Clifford's Tower was built after the original wooden Norman keep was destroyed during the anti-Jewish riots of 1190. It has an unusual quatrefoil ground plan.

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Size: 3669px × 4756px
Location: City of York, North Yorkshire, England, UK
Photo credit: © yorkshire landscapes/paul ridsdale / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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