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Exeter (/ ˈ ɛ k s ɪ t ər / ⓘ EK-sih-tər) is a cathedral city and the county town of Devon, South West England. It is situated on the River Exe, approximately 36 mi (58 km) northeast of Plymouth and 65 mi (105 km) southwest of Bristol. In Roman Britain, Exeter was established as the base of Legio II Augusta under the personal ...
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Our strengths include Early Modern British and Modern European history, and specialisms in the histories of power, identity, knowledge and resources; Exeter is a city bursting with history and heritage that offers museums, art galleries and a wide range of historical architecture.
Hace 4 días · Exeter is one of the best examples of the historic English town, which developed from a Roman-British centre to a medieval cathedral city and county town and now is an administrative and service centre for an extensive region. Area 18 square miles (47 square km). Pop. (2001) 106,722; (2011) 113,507.
14 de mar. de 2021 · By Tim Lambert. Roman Exeter (Isca Dumnoniorum) Exeter began as a Roman town. The Romans arrived in the Southwest about 50 AD they built a wooden fort on a hill near the river Exe at the lowest point where it could be easily crossed. (Exe is derived from a Celtic word meaning ‘the water’).
Explore 2200 years of Exeter history from the Iron Age to the present day, with key events, landmarks and people. Learn about the Roman, Saxon, Norman, Medieval and modern influences that shaped the city of Exeter.
When it comes to history and heritage, Exeter is bursting at the seams. Pre-dating the arrival of the Romans in AD 50, the city’s history is rich and long. This is reflected in its fascinating collection of heritage attractions, many of which are free to visit. Find out more about Exeter's Roman remains in our blog post here.
