Another shot of The Shambles, York, looking in the opposite direction to that posted yesterday. This view illustrates the old story that someone in the upper storey of the building on the left could reach out of the window and shake hands with someone in the upper storey on the right. I've seen many narrow medieval streets, but have never seen anyone shaking hands between the upper windows!
Thank you all for your lovely comments and favs, which put this shot on the Popular Page.
This street always seems to have visitors, and the occasional local passing through. It has become even more popular recently because it is said to be one of the inspirations for Diagon Alley in Harry Potter, and indeed there are now three Harry Potter shops in this quite short street.
Thank you all for your lovely comments and favs, which put this shot on the Popular Page.
This street always seems to have visitors, and the occasional local passing through. It has become even more popular recently because it is said to be one of the inspirations for Diagon Alley in Harry Potter, and indeed there are now three Harry Potter shops in this quite short street.
Ian
Thank you Vesna, I'm glad you like it!
Ian
Love the story of shaking hands
Ian