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'''Lichfield''' is a cathedral city in [[Staffordshire]], [[England]]. Lichfield is around 15 miles north east of Birmingham, and 25 miles south west of Derby. The city has a population of around 35,000. | '''Lichfield''' is a cathedral city in [[Staffordshire]], [[England]]. Lichfield is around 15 miles north east of Birmingham, and 25 miles south west of Derby. The city has a population of around 35,000. | ||
| − | + | Lichfield is primarily known for its early 13th century cathedral, one of only three in Britain to have 3 spires, as well as for being the birthplace of [[Samuel Johnson]] (1709-1784), the author of the first English dictionary. The cathedral and Johnson's birthplace are the town's popular tourist attractions. | |
[[Category:England]] | [[Category:England]] | ||
Revision as of 15:41, September 9, 2024
Lichfield is a cathedral city in Staffordshire, England. Lichfield is around 15 miles north east of Birmingham, and 25 miles south west of Derby. The city has a population of around 35,000.
Lichfield is primarily known for its early 13th century cathedral, one of only three in Britain to have 3 spires, as well as for being the birthplace of Samuel Johnson (1709-1784), the author of the first English dictionary. The cathedral and Johnson's birthplace are the town's popular tourist attractions.