Ely is a cathedral city in Cambridgeshire, England, about 50 miles (80 km) north of London. It is the seat of the Bishop of Ely and a county town.
The city was founded by the Saxons in the 7th century as a royal palace. In 1173, after a fire destroyed the palace, the bishop moved the seat of the diocese from St. Andrews in Scotland to Ely. The cathedral was rebuilt from 1195 to 1290.
The unique octagonal tower was built between 1322 and 1328. The cathedral and the octagonal tower are the two most prominent features of Ely.
The city is also known for its many medieval buildings, including the Old Palace, the Bishop's House, and St. Mary's Church.
Average temperatures during the day in Ely.
