A cathedral city in Cambridgeshire, England, known for its magnificent Norman cathedral and historical significance.
From Old English 'Elig' meaning 'eel district', referring to the eels that were abundant in the surrounding fenlands. The area was historically marshy and eel fishing was a major occupation.
Ely's etymology connects us to medieval England's relationship with its landscape - a time when cities were named for their natural resources, and eels were so valuable they were used as currency to pay rent.
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