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| Canterbury |
| Location |
Kent |
| Status |
City |
| Area |
23.54 sq km |
| Population |
42,259 |
| Language |
English |
| Currency |
Pound Sterling (GBP) |
| Timezone |
GMT/UTC and BST (Summer) |
| Tel area code |
01227 |
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Overview:
Canterbury is a city situated in the most attractive corner of rural Kent in South East England, on the River Stour. A UNESCO world heritage site, it is one of the most famous cathedral cities in the United Kingdom. Canterbury is home to the cathedral where St. Thomas a Becket was martyred in 1170. The city is the headquarters of the Archbishop of Canterbury and the primate of the Anglican Church.
Canterbury has still maintained both an old world attraction and a cosmopolitan vitality. There are numerous ancient buildings, bars, shops, and restaurants found in the medieval city centre. The cathedral city of Canterbury can be easily accessed by road, rail or sea.
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Geography and Climate in Canterbury
The City of Canterbury is a well wooded land standing upon the River Great Stour, which runs from its source beyond Ashford. The weather in Canterbury is Temperate. Most of the time, the temperature is between 10ºC and 20 ºC during the day.
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History:
Archeological findings prove that Canterbury has been occupied since prehistoric periods. Many Neolithic round barrows and Bronze Age equipments were unearthed in the area. The city was once a Roman administrative centre. The city walls built by the Romans are still seen here.
The city got its name from the Old English Cantwarebyrig, which means “fortress of the men of Kent”. The present Canterbury Castle, a historical building, was initially the Motte and Bailey castle constructed by the Normans.
Canterbury received its county corporate status in 1461. In the 16th century, the place was occupied by French Protestant refugees who introduced silk-making. In 1888, it became a county borough under the Local Government Act. Canterbury suffered severe damages during World War II.
Today, the city is England’s one of the major centres of tourism. The Canterbury Cathedral alone attracts around one million visitors every year.
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People and Culture of Canterbury
The 2001 statistics shows that Canterbury has a population of 42,258. Around 94% are white people. No other classification in the city exceeds 2%.
Canterbury is a major centre for education and culture. It houses a number of Higher Education institutions and other colleges. The University of Kent is located at Canterbury, around 2 miles outside the city centre.
The city’s cultural life includes music, dance, festivals, and night clubs. Canterbury is now famous for its food festivals. Of the famous Canterbury museum and gallery are Rupert Bear Museum, Royal Museum & Art Gallery, Roman Museum, and Buffs Regimental Museum.
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People Culture in Canterbury
The 2001 statistics shows that Canterbury has a population of 42,258. Around 94% are white people. No other classification in the city exceeds 2%.
Canterbury is a major centre for education and culture. It houses a number of Higher Education institutions and other colleges. The University of Kent is located at Canterbury, around 2 miles outside the city centre.
The city’s cultural life includes music, dance, festivals, and night clubs. Canterbury is now famous for its food festivals. Of the famous Canterbury museum and gallery are Rupert Bear Museum, Royal Museum & Art Gallery, Roman Museum, and Buffs Regimental Museum.
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Tourism in Canterbury
Canterbury has three World Heritage sites, namely, St Augustine's Abbey, Canterbury Cathedral, and St. Martin's. Other attractions are Canterbury Tales, Canterbury Castle, Eastbridge Hospital, Greyfriars, Dane John Gardens, and Westgate Gardens.
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Transport in Canterbury
Two railway stations serve the city, which include Canterbury East railway station and Canterbury West railway station (opened on 6 February 1846). The stations are served by regular trains to and from London. Several major roads (e.g. A2, A28, and M25 motor ways) pass close to the city. Gatwick Airport is located about an hour drive from Canterbury.
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