The seat of the second-oldest diocese in England, Rochester is at an ancient crossing on the River Medway, fortified by a sturdy Medieval castle that has survived in amazing condition. Rochester cathedral blends Romanesque and Gothic architecture, with a west front that dates back almost 900 years. Charles Dickens, who lived nearby in Higham, was …
Rochester is New York State’s third largest city, perched attractively on the boundary of the gorgeous Lake Ontario. It was America’s first boom town, giving it a true sense of history, but in the modern day it storms forward into the future with the notable research programs embarked upon by its universities. For visitors though, …
The city of Rochester in New York has a long and illustrious history, although many visitors here will not be aware of the fact that this part of the United States was actually the biggest manufacturer of flour in the country. The city grew as a result of this industry, but nowadays it is better …