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Truro is situated halfway along the length of Cornwall and mid-way between the country's north and south coasts, the city stands in a strategic position and one that has led to its development as Cornwall's centre of administration and its more recent growth as a touring and holiday centre. Truro has good road and rail links, which put it within easy reach of almost every part of Cornwall.


Truro become a Charter city in 1877 in that same year the ancient Cornish See was at last re-established with Truro as its centre. Three years later work began on building the cathedral, a task that lasted for thirty years. Although the cathedral dominates the city centre in a quite remarkable way it does not detract from the charm of some of the George streets.


Although not large by county town standards (it has an estimated population of 19,000) Truro has all the bearing of a county capital' with city, county and district council offices, and the new Crown Courts which opened in November 1988. One of the most interesting of the buildings is the museum and art gallery, which houses a splendid collection, telling the story of both Truro and Cornwall.

On the outskirts of Truro in Newquay road is one of the most modern livestock markets that serve the whole of Cornwall. The city has a range of newer industries and one of the best shopping centres in the West. There are two busy covered markets to augment the shops and on Lemon Quay is the Creation Centre, an arcade of specialist shops beneath the same roof as the Pannier Market.


Truro has a great deal to offer to all including tourists, intending residents or future industrialists. There are plenty of amenities and leisure facilities for all to enjoy along with the beautiful and historic Cornish countryside.

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