BATH is well known as a romantic city - the beautiful architecture, stunning scenery, luxury hotels and wonderful restaurants have, over the years, provided it with a reputation as one of the world's most romantic destinations.
The picturesque nature of Bath provides a number of wonderful scenes for proposals - perhaps in a hot air balloon over the city, on the horse drawn carriage being driven along the Royal Crescent, or on the stunning Palladian bridge at Prior Park.
And with amazing, unique venues like the Roman Baths, steeped in legend and the Assembly Rooms, what better city for a wedding, anniversary or vow renewal?
Since its very beginning, Bath has been a city of fashion - a place to see and be seen. When the Georgians built their stunning golden city, they placed at its heart, the Pump Room, where new arrivals in the city would sign a register to announce that they were present, and so that all could see their finery and status.
This practice is documented in Jane Austen's writings, and Jane is now referred to as Bath's most famous resident' after spending six years here. Download the Jane Austen walking tour free from www.visitbath.co.uk/ janeausten. Beau Nash, the original master of ceremonies during that time, practically created the concept of celebrity, and the city is still as popular with celebrities today.
Drawn by a slower pace of life, the charms of a smaller city, picturesque scenery and an ethos of fun and culture, celebrities have been flocking to Bath to set up home in recent years, including Peter Gabriel and Nicolas Cage.
Bath is also a celebrated film location, with notable productions including Vanity Fair, filmed in 2005 and starring Bob Hoskins and Reese Witherspoon.
Recently, the city has starred as itself in TV adaptations of Austen classics, and filming has recently finished in Bath for The Duchess, starring Keira Knightley.
Experience the locations for yourself, by visiting the Assembly Rooms, Great Pulteney Street and Bath Abbey.
To find out more about what to see and do, and what's on, click on www.visitbath.co.uk
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