⛪ Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church: Canterbury Cathedral
A Spiritual and Architectural Jewel in Kent
📋 Fast Facts
- Founded in 597 by St Augustine, making it over 1,400 years old
- Seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury, spiritual leader of the Church of England
- UNESCO World Heritage Site encompassing three interconnected religious sites
- Major pilgrimage destination since the martyrdom of Thomas Becket in 1170
Canterbury Cathedral stands as one of England's most significant Christian monuments and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in ...