What is Bath known for?
Bath is a historic city in Somerset, known for its Roman Baths, honey-colored Georgian architecture and connections with Jane Austen. The whole city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Romans built a bathing complex around Britain's only natural hot springs, which they called Aquae Sulis. The Roman Baths are among the best-preserved Roman remains in northern Europe.
Bath became a fashionable spa town in the 1700s, when wealthy visitors came to bathe in and drink the waters. Architects John Wood the Elder and his son built elegant streets and squares.
Georgian landmarks
The Royal Crescent, a curved terrace of 30 houses, and the Circus, a circular street, are famous examples of Georgian architecture. Pulteney Bridge is lined with shops.
Jane Austen lived in Bath from 1801 to 1806, and two of her novels are partly set there. The Jane Austen Centre celebrates her connection to the city.
Visitors can bathe in naturally warm water at Thermae Bath Spa, which has a rooftop pool. Bath Abbey stands next to the Roman Baths. The city is about 90 minutes from London by train.