Duke Street, Pedestrian street in Bath, United Kingdom
Duke Street is a pedestrian-friendly street in Bath connecting Grand Parade to South Parade and lined with Georgian stone buildings. The structures stand closely together and form a continuous architectural front throughout the passage.
John Wood the Elder designed this street in 1748 as part of an ambitious Royal Forum project. Its construction reflected Bath's rapid growth as a fashionable spa town in the 18th century.
The street shows how Bath's urban space was designed in the 18th century. The stone buildings with their tall windows and symmetrical facades shape the street's appearance today.
The street is completely free of vehicle traffic, making it comfortable to walk without noise from cars. Various hotels and restaurants are located along its length and invite exploration.
Beneath the 19th-century interior coverings at number 11 lies the original Georgian paint, still intact underneath. These hidden layers preserve the decorative craftsmanship that painters invested in their work back then.
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