Canterbury is situated in eastern Kent in the South
East region of England. The
Church of England Anglican Communion originated here, and archbishops of England
live there. This place has been tagged for its “Sacred Destination” tourist spot
in Europe.
St. Agustine Abbey - Canterbury
Many historical structures remain in the city, including a city wall founded in
Roman times and rebuilt in the 14th century, the ruins of St. Augustine’s Abbey
and a Norman castle, and perhaps the oldest school in England, the King’s School.
Modern additions include the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University,
the Marlowe Theatre and the St. Lawrence Ground, home to Kent County Cricket Club.
Canterbury has the perfect blend of city, coast and countryside, ensuring that visitors have the appropriate entertainment to enjoy of this district. Non doubt, Canterbury
is simply inspirational and you will fall in lover with its invigorating coastline,
its soothing countryside and its breathtaking heritage.
Canterbury and the surrounding area have a whole host of history and heritage for
you to come and discover. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and has two castles,
six museums and an attraction that lets you step back in time to the Middle Ages.
The Cathedral, St Augustine’s Abbey and St. Martin’s church form the trio of World
Heritage Sites in Canterbury. The Abbey was founded in 597AD, and St Martin’s Church
is the oldest parish church in England. Along side these, there is Canterbury Tales,
where you can step back into the middle Ages and join the pilgrims on their journey
from London to Canterbury
Cathedral. The museums are full of artifacts and fun things
for all the family to do. The West Gate Towers Museum has one of the best views
of the City.
Canterbury hosts most of the European cathedral churches and monasteries in the
world, with the most numbered of them built centuries ago. Bell Harry Tower is one
of the applauded monasteries here. Churches, sacred sites and religious places of
this city possessed the most beautiful arts crafts, so each one of these churches
and monasteries were stunningly captivated and perfectly artistic designed mix with
every century that passes. Shrine of Thomas Becket, St. Cuthbert and Abbot of Lasdisfarne
were the most visited shrines in the city.
Marlowe Theatre is the town’s theatre and concert hall. The old theatre was located in St. Margaret’s Street and housed a repertory theatre. There are several theatre
groups based in Canterbury, including the University of Kent Student’s Union’s T24
Drama Society.
Canterbury offers to its visitors, the best tourist attractions from local people
of Canterbury, tourist spots, culture and enriching history.
During vacation, shopping
in the city of Canterbury can result the best leisure for people, so many of these
shops offer best of their services and quality products according to people’s preferences
and needs. Best cuisines served in restaurants of Canterbury were top reason why
people keep visiting this place. T-bone of Veal with white wine and shallot, Rack
of Romney Marsh lamb with rosemary are the specialty that restaurants offer to its
visitors. Eating and drinking places in Canterbury also cater sea foods dishes,
foreign dishes and a lot more of restaurants to choose from.