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When the Romans arrived in this green valley nearly two thousand years ago they were captivated by the miraculous stream of endless hot water. The restored bath and temples complex and the splendid Abbey attract thousands of visitors to the city each year. Using this guide to explore today's Bath, visitors can once more experience the benefits of a dip in the natural mineral water and enjoy a lot more besides - stylish shops and restaurants, interesting galleries and museums, and the feel of a lively city with its historic past informing an exciting present. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel, including other titles in our popular City Guides series.
Table of ContentsTwo Bath Walks, Welcome to Bath - A Short History, Abbey Church Yard, Pump Room, Roman Baths, Thermae Bath Spa, Sawclose, Queen Square, The Circus and Royal Crescent, Upper Town, Walcot Street, Grand Parade and Guildhall, Pulteney Bridge and Bathwick, Great Pulteney Street, North Parade, Information
