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Canterbury England

INTRODUCTION

This city in Kent is home to about 40,000 people. It's history is what makes it an interesting destination.

HISTORY

There are many historic churches and cathedrals in Canterbury. Thomas Beckett was murdered in the Canterbury Cathedral in 1170. Trinity Chapel holds his remains.

Geoffery Chaucer wrote the Canterbury Tales about pilgrams traveling to the city.

Christopher Marlowe was born in Canterbury.

ATTRACTIONS

Canterbury Cathedral attracts 1.2 million tourists a year.

St Martin's Church is one of the oldest churches in England.

There are many musical and theatrical events held in Canterbury each year.