Bath, Georgian spa town in Somerset, England
Bath is a town in southwest England within Somerset, known for its Roman baths and Georgian limestone architecture. Hot springs feed several public pools, while terraced rows of cream-colored stone houses stretch across gentle hills and connect narrow pedestrian lanes.
The town grew around natural hot springs during the first century after Roman settlers arrived. During the reign of George III in the late 18th century, the current form of terraces and circular crescents emerged, attracting wealthy visitors.
Locals attend open-air performances during the Bath Festival and enjoy readings at historic venues across the town. In the tea rooms and assembly rooms scattered throughout, the community maintains social traditions that have endured since the 18th century.
Visitors can reach most sites on foot within half an hour, as the town center is compact and mostly flat. Many cobbled paths run through parks and along the river, so comfortable shoes help during longer explorations.
Below street level lies a network of Roman drains that still channel warm spring water through the old town. At several points, steam escapes from pavement grates, reminding passersby of the geothermal activity beneath.
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