York is a cathedral city located in North Yorkshire, England. Situated at the confluence of the rivers Ouse and Foss, it serves as the traditional county town of Yorkshire and functions as the administrative centre of the City of York district.
The city has Roman origins and is characterized by its extensive collection of historic buildings and structures. Notable landmarks include the minster, the castle, and the city walls, all of which are designated as Grade I listed. As of the 2021 census, the built-up area of York had a recorded population of 141,685.