York

York is a county seat in south-central Pennsylvania, positioned at about 223 meters (730 feet) above sea level, with residential neighborhoods, commercial streets, and industrial zones. The streets follow a grid pattern in the historic core, while newer districts extend further out.

The settlement was laid out in 1741 and named after the English city of York. In 1777, delegates of the Continental Congress met here and adopted the Articles of Confederation during the Revolution.

Residents often refer to their home as the "White Rose City," a name recalling the historic connection to the House of York. Many buildings downtown display white roses as decorative motifs, making this connection visible throughout the center.

The city offers local bus routes connecting residential areas to downtown, schools, and shopping streets. Many routes downtown can be covered on foot, while a car proves useful for reaching more distant destinations.

Between 1903 and 1917, thousands of Pullman automobiles were manufactured here, contributing to early American automotive industry. Local workshops played an important role in developing new vehicle models during that period.

Location: York County

Inception: 1741

Elevation above the sea: 223 m

Shares border with: Grantley, Valley View, Shiloh, North York, West York

Website: http://yorkcity.org

GPS coordinates: 39.96280,-76.72810

Latest update: December 12, 2025 21:06