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Chichester is a city in West Sussex, England, and is known for its Roman heritage, particularly the Roman walls and the remains of the Roman amphitheater.
Chichester has Roman origins. Originally known as Noviomagus Reginorum, it was a Roman settlement and became an important regional center in the Roman province of Britannia. The Romans built a fort and settlement there around the 1st century AD, and it served as a significant hub for trade, administration, and military control in the area. Today, evidence of its Roman past can still be seen in the form of archaeological remains.
Chichester is also famous for its cathedral, Chichester Cathedral, and its Georgian architecture. It was granted city status by Queen Elizabeth II in 1974.
It is home to the University of Chichester. Established in 1839, it offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across various disciplines including the arts, humanities, social sciences, business, and education. The university has campuses in both Chichester and nearby Bognor Regis.
The A27 road runs to the south of Chichester, providing east-west connectivity along the south coast of England. Additionally, the A286 and A259 roads serve the area, providing links to nearby towns and cities.
While Chichester itself doesn't have a motorway, the M27 motorway is situated to the east, connecting to Southampton and Portsmouth, while the M3 motorway provides access to London and the wider motorway network further north.
Chichesters railway station is located in the city center and provides rail services on the West Coastway Line. The station is managed by Southern Railway and is served by regular train services operated by Southern and Great Western Railway ; the services connect Chichester to various destinations including London Victoria, Brighton, Portsmouth, Southampton, and other towns along the south coast of England.
Some of the historical public houses of Chichester, are listed here.