Lincoln Uphill and Lincoln Cathedral

Visitors to the city of Lincoln in England's East Midlands are sometimes surprised to find such a massive Cathedral and impressive castle in what is, apparently, a smallish city. But Lincoln has an impressive history, dating to prehistoric times.

As Colonia Lindum it was a Roman provincial capital and the junction of two important Roman Roads, Ermine Street from London to York and the Fosse Way from Exeter to Lincoln. By the time the Norman's arrived to build their castle, Lincoln was the third most important city of the realm.

Today is is the main retail center of Lincolnshire, one of England's most important food production areas. The Uphill area with its ancient Roman and Medieval buildings as well as its independent specialist shops is of most interest to visitors touring the region.