My United Kingdom: BATH
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"I really believe I shall always be talking of Bath, when I am at home again. I do like it so very much… Oh! Who can ever be tired of Bath?"
Jane Austen
My United Kingdom: BATH

Walking around the refined city of Bath, you can almost hear the honey-colored limestone of its buildings whispering tales of its history in your ear. First settled in the 7th century, Bath's name comes from its famous thermal spring waters, which first brought the Romans to its walls, transforming it into a spa town with their historic baths, which can still be visited today. In the Georgian era, Britain's wealthy flocked to the city to sample the healing properties of the waters, and Bath became the place to see and be seen, hosting balls enjoyed by the upper eschalons of British society. In the early 19th century, Jane Austen called the city home, and her influence can still be felt in the myriad Austen experiences and souveniers available throughout the city. Visitors to Bath today are as likely there to swoon at the Jane Austen Museum as they are for a visit to the thermal waters, or stroll along the magnificent architecture of the Royal Crescent.

MIKE JAMES, 46, has lived in Bath for over ten years. He's runs Savouring Bath, who offer hugely popular foodie tours of the city.

I moved to Bath in 2010 with the intention of staying for two years. After six months, I had no intention of living anywhere else—Bath is home.

I was born in East Yorkshire and came to Bath entirely on a whim. I knew almost nobody here, but having lived in York I always saw Bath as the “York of-the-South”. It has a big, old church; it has a thriving tourism industry; quaint old streets; beautiful architecture, and lots to do and see. I also quickly learned that Bath also has a wonderful, friendly community vibe.

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