London Excursions
Canterbury Cathedral
Canterbury
The historical cathedral city of Canterbury, with its narrow
streets and walkways, is best explored on foot. It is the home of
Christianity in England, and has been the ultimate destination for
pilgrimages in England for centuries, as described in
Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales. The famous Canterbury Cathedral
is one of the most impressive and evocative in England, it was here
of course that Thomas à Becket was martyred in 1170. Visitors
can explore the ruins of the original abbey of St Augustine, who
brought Christianity to England more than 1,400 years ago, or visit
the Canterbury Tales Pageant and meet some of Chaucer’s
famous characters. For an insight into the cities of medieval
England climb the original West Gate Tower, which is still intact,
for breathtaking views across the city.
E-mail: canterburyinformation@canterbury.gov.uk;
Website: www.canterbury.co.uk;
Telephone: (0)1227 378 100;
Transport: Train from London Waterloo (90 minutes)
