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The Cathedral Church of Christ
This is one of the most
famous Cathedrals in the United Kingdom, due to its role in the course
of the nation's history. Most famous as the site of the famous Thomas
Becket murder in 1170, it has subsequently become a major pilgrimage
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Details
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Opening
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Summer: 9am to
6:30pm; winter: 9am to 5pm |
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Pricing:
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Adults GBP5;
Family Tickets: GBp 12.50 Concessions available. Guided
tours available. |
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Contact:
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Telephone 01227
762862; Fax 01227 865222;
Email:visits@canterbury-cathedral.org
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St Martin's Church
First built as a Roman
church in the 4th century and renamed after St Martin, Bishops of Tours
in France after Queen Bertha began worshipping here, this church is has
been the site of Christian worship since 597 AD, making it the oldest
such site in the country. It is also linked to St Augustine's Abbey
nearby.
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St Augustine's Abbey
The ruins of St Augustine's
Abbey is one of the more popular attractions in Canterbury. Founded by
one of the first Roman Catholic missions to the pagan lands of the
British isles, the monastery that once stood here was a major foundation
for the Christian faith, though it gradually lost prominence over the
centuries, and was left to fall into ruin until it reached its present
state today. Together with the St Martin's Church, it forms part of
Canterbury's UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Canterbury Tales
Take part in a merry
reenactment of 14th century England at this highly popular show, where
Geoffrey Chaucer's tales come to life.
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Greyfriars
Dating back to the 13th
century, this is the oldest Franciscan building in Britain the sole
remaining Greyfriars friary. The building now houses an extensive
Franciscan exhibition, and is a nice way to learn about this once
influential order.
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Dane John Gardens
Commonly considered one of
the best parks in the country, this is a pleasant place to spend a
summer's day, particularly as many outdoor fairs and events are held
here. On the weekends in summer, there is often a band concert and in
November, the Christmas Euromarket is held here.
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Museum of Canterbury
Learn more about the history
of Canterbury at this popular museum, which has a particularly excellent
collection of Roman and Medieval artifacts. There are also some less
weighty exhibitions, in particular the Rupert Bear Museum, which is
popular with children.
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