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After translating Samuel's ghost story, I planned to visit York Dungeons and took pictures there. It was really a good photo-shooting area though seeing those wax-statues was quite amusing (very fake wax-statues). The photos I took were quite amazing. I'll update these pictures the other day.

I went to York the other day. Eventually I visited dungeon as I've been planning over weeks to walk through the death-filled streets of the 14th century, delving into the blood-curdling parts of history. It was a fantastic tour. Each actor/actress well introduced the past and discover Europe's darkest moments of blood-curdling screams, groans and clashes of steel ring. Through the York dungeon tour, I was mostly impressed by the 'Judgement of Sinners' (6.). It was really a big fun to participate in this semi-reality show. I was very hoping that the judge would pick me and accuse me. I was even thinking how to respond his story, yet it was a shame that he didn't pick me... Sigh.... Og said it may be because they think I am a foreigner and may not able to interact with them. What a shame. It should be a big fun to find a good argument with his stories.

York Dungeons is an animated waxworks museum depicting tortures through the ages. Not for the faint-hearted. Follow the gruesome guides on a tour of York's plague ridden streets as they were in the 14th century and watch out for the rats, the carriers of the plague. See Dick Turpin, England's most famous highwayman, awaiting the hangman's noose. Hear him boasting of his adventures with Black Bess and then witness his last moments before his death by hanging. Learn about the phantom Roman Legion that will continue to haunt this city for all eternity as they have done for the last 2000 years.

York Dungeon Guide

1. Dick Turpin

The Infamous highwayman Dick Turpin remains a world-renowned figure to this day, quite an achievement for a criminal who died almost 300 years ago!

On 7th April 1739 Dick Turpin rode through the streets of York in an open cart to face his death. Hear his story as he vividly recounts tales of his legendary adventures before he throws himself from the gallows to meet his death.

So what exactly did Dick Turpin do to deserve such a reputation and an immortal existence in folklore? After humble beginnings, Richard Turpin joined the Gregory gang and entered a world of criminality. He became revered in London for his daring raids before withdrawing to Yorkshire to escape the attention of the law.

Now at The York Dungeon you can discover Dick Turpin's full story; how he terrorised Londoners, shot a pursuer dead and eventually was caught and hanged in York.

2. Ghosts of York

A creepy whistle rides on the cold air about York. The most haunted city in England is creaking to life as the shadows loom and sinister wails grow louder. A feeling of resentment and anger surrounds you as you begin to sense a ghostly presence. Suddenly, out of the darkness, a pale figure appears before you.

3. Gorvik

The image of horned helmets, impressive beards and giant steel weapons still strikes fear into the heart of the British in remembrance of the bloodcurdling invasions of the Vikings!

These fearsome Nordic warriors arrived on huge long boats and began raiding villages with a ferocity that became legend. The city of York's history is tainted by these invaders and the true horror.

4. Guy Fawkes

Remember, remember the 5th of November; gunpowder, treason and plot! Follow the explosive story of Guy Fawkes, from the traitorous plotting of his accomplices to destroy king and parliament, the terrifying moment he was captured through his relentless torture and eventual excruciating execution.

5. Implements of Torture

A mischievous torturer will put the fun back into pain! Stretching your imagination with some back-breaking interactive torture treatments!

6. Judgement of Sinners

This 18th century judge knows exactly what you've been up to, the court isn't impressed and the punishments will be harsh! You could be left to languish in the rat infested Dungeon or be given a gruesomely fun task to perform.

7. Labyrinth of the Lost

Enter the Labyrinth of the Lost at your peril! Buried beneath York Minster, discover the ancient fortress of Roman York and Emperor Constantine.

8. The Great Plague

The York Dungeon is host for the return of the most devastating and horrifying disease Europe has ever seen. The plague occuring deep beneath the pavement at locations across Europe, wiped out over 24 million people, almost half Europe's population at the time.

Society was thrust into complete chaos as farms, schools and businesses were brought to a standstill. The Plague tore through civilization leaving corpses strewn throughout the streets and countryside. The channel washed ashore ghost ships and churches were flooded with people seeking shelter and answers.



York Dungeons

12 Clifford Street
York YO1 1RD United Kingdom
Open Hours: 10am-5:30pm

http://www.thedungeons.com