Exeter: Quick Facts

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The Cathedral Church of St. Peter at Exeter in Devon, England, showing its Gothic architecture with tall towers, pointed arches, and ornate stonework.

Map of the British Isles highlighting the location of Exeter in southwest England. The map shows surrounding countries and bodies of water, including Ireland, France, the North Sea, and the English Channel, with Exeter labeled in southern England. An inset globe in the top left corner shows the region's position within Europe.

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Tower Bridge over the Thames River in London, England. Opened in 1894. Remains an Important Traffic Route with 40,000 Crossings Every Day.

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