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Leeds, England
Best Sights & Activities -(Historic Sites)
Brontë Parsonage
(Sights & Activities - Historic Sites)
Church St
Keighley UK BD22 8DR
1535-642-323
Description:
The former home of the famous family that spawned influential writers Charlotte and Emily, this 19th century parsonage now houses an impressive and insightful collection of family artifacts. Emily wrote the seminal "Wuthering Heights" while living in this house.

Harewood House
(Sights & Activities - Historic Sites)
Harrogate Rd
Leeds UK LS17 9LQ
113-288-6331
Description:
The family residence of the Earl and Countess of Harewood is among Britain's most beautiful homes. The estate includes Northern England's largest playground, parkland, gardens, wooded areas, and stellar bird garden that features some 600 specimens.

Kirkstall Abbey
(Sights & Activities - Historic Sites)
Abbey Rd
Leeds UK LS5 3EB

Description:
The abbey, which dates back to 1152, is one of the best-preserved sites of its kind. It was closed as a religious monastery in the mid-1500's at which time its elaborate windows and stonework were removed and used in local architectural projects. Kirkstall Abbey's grounds have lush gardens and the complex features a church, tower, cloisters, and chapterhouse.

Leeds Town Hall
(Sights & Activities - Historic Sites)

Leeds UK LS1 3AD
113-247-7989
Description:
Queen Victoria commissioned this ornate structure in 1858, with the Great Hall later named in her honor. The tower and the four-ton bell were added several years later, as was the massive organ that's estimated at 1.25m pounds. In 1978, the facility was renovated. This multi-purpose facility has enjoyed a long storied history and hosts a variety of wide-ranging cultural and civic events.

Leeds and Liverpool Canal
(Sights & Activities - Historic Sites)

Leeds UK

Description:
Following 46 years of construction, the canal was completed in 1816 and spans 127 miles across the Pennines. Today, this area is a popular recreation site. In years past, the canal served as an integral cargo transport system, drawing its revenue via tolls. Consequently, maintenance was a crucial priority, and unlike many of its British counterparts, this canal was never completely closed to traffic.