Shrine of Saint Margaret Clitherow in York, England

In the city of York, the district known as the Shambles, is well known as one of Europe’s best-preserved 14th-century shopping neighborhoods. The closely packed wooden buildings line meandering cobblestone lanes, where shops, cafes, and taverns appeal to the tastes of the modern traveler. But if you’re looking for an authentic medieval interior, you may want to wander over to number 35 Shambles. Here you’ll find a sanctuary dedicated to one of the city’s most revered former citizens. Though the exact location is up for debate, what is certain is that…

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