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Canterbury Collection (page 2)

"Discover the rich history and breathtaking beauty of Canterbury" Canterbury, a place steeped in history and tradition

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Caspian Tern (Sterna caspia) in flight, diving for prey. Lake Ellesmere, Canterbury, South Island

Caspian Tern (Sterna caspia) in flight, diving for prey. Lake Ellesmere, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales, The Pilgrims leaving The Tabard Inn (colour litho)

Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales, The Pilgrims leaving The Tabard Inn (colour litho)
5198825 Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales, The Pilgrims leaving The Tabard Inn (colour litho) by Haweis, Mary Eliza (1848-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geoffrey Chaucer)

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Advertisement for the Seasalter & Ham Oyster Fishery Company

Advertisement for the Seasalter & Ham Oyster Fishery Company, producers of Whitstable Native Oysters, Whitstable
5996957 Advertisement for the Seasalter & Ham Oyster Fishery Company, producers of Whitstable Native Oysters, Whitstable, Kent (litho) by English School

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Sunset at Kaikoura, Canterbury, New Zealand

Sunset at Kaikoura, Canterbury, New Zealand

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Danejohn Hill, Canterbury, Kent, 1829. Creator: James Baylis Allen

Danejohn Hill, Canterbury, Kent, 1829. Creator: James Baylis Allen
Danejohn Hill, Canterbury, Kent, 1829. The Dane John Mound, a former Roman cemetery, was converted into a motte-and-bailey castle in the 11th century

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Double decker bus tour and Arts Centre, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New

Double decker bus tour and Arts Centre, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Historic Maori church on hillside above Akaroa Harbour, Onuku, near Akaroa, Banks Peninsula

Historic Maori church on hillside above Akaroa Harbour, Onuku, near Akaroa, Banks Peninsula, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Boardwalk on Hooker Valley Trail with Mount Cook, Mount Cook National Park

Boardwalk on Hooker Valley Trail with Mount Cook, Mount Cook National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Canterbury region, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Canterbury Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, with nativity diorama at dusk, Canterbury, Kent

Canterbury Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, with nativity diorama at dusk, Canterbury, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Royal Wedding 1947 - Archbishop of Canterbury

Royal Wedding 1947 - Archbishop of Canterbury
The Most Rev. Rt. Hon. Geoffrey Francis Fisher, Archbishop of Canterbury (1887 - 1972), who officiated at the marriage of Princess Elizabeth to Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten at Westminster Abbey

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Pilgrims Way

Pilgrims Way
The Pilgrims Way, near Aylesford, Kent, England, which was used by pilgrims on their way to Canterbury. Date: 1950s

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II by Bryan de Grineau

Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II by Bryan de Grineau
Spectacular illustration by ILN special artist, Bryan de Grineau, showing the supreme moment of the Coronation ceremony of Queen Elizabeth II in Westminster Abbey when the Archbishop of Canterbury

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Lambeth Palace C18

Lambeth Palace C18
View across the Thames of the residence of the archbishop of Canterbury : the shipping on the river includes a ferry carrying a carriage and its horses

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Road leading to Mount Cook National Park

Road leading to Mount Cook National Park, Mount Cook (Aoraki), Southern Alps, Mackenzie Country, South Canterbury, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Background imageCanterbury Collection: William Juxon

William Juxon
WILLIAM JUXON Archbishop of Canterbury

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Tabard Inn, Southwark

Tabard Inn, Southwark
Southwark: the Tabard Inn as it looked in 1810: several centuries earlier, Chaucers pilgrims left for Canterbury from here

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Chaucer, Doctor O Physic

Chaucer, Doctor O Physic
The Doctor of Physic holds up a flask to the light

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Top English Clergy

Top English Clergy
The Archbishops of Canterbury and York, together with other top English clergy, at the coronation of George V

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Chaucer, Wife of Bath

Chaucer, Wife of Bath
So much of dalliance and fair speech

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Canterbury Cathedral, Kent

Canterbury Cathedral, Kent by J.C.T. Willis

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter, c. 1150 (vellum)

Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter, c. 1150 (vellum)
3086776 Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter, c.1150 (vellum) by English School, (12th century); Trinity College, Cambridge

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Canterbury: St Mildreds Church, West End (litho)

Canterbury: St Mildreds Church, West End (litho)
6025980 Canterbury: St Mildreds Church, West End (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Mildreds Church, West End)

Background imageCanterbury Collection: DUNSTAN WRITING(STRUTT)

DUNSTAN WRITING(STRUTT)
DUNSTAN Archbishop of Canterbury English prelate writing with a quill pen Date: 12th century

Background imageCanterbury Collection: William Howley - 1

William Howley - 1
WILLIAM HOWLEY Archbishop of Canterbury Date: 1766 - 1848

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Church of the Good Shepherd at sunset, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury region, South Island, New Zealand

Church of the Good Shepherd at sunset, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury region, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Church of England arms

Church of England arms
The coats of arms of the archbishops and bishops of the Church of England, including those of Winchester, Canterbury, Durham, York, Oxford and Liverpool

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Canterbury / Mercery Lane

Canterbury / Mercery Lane
Smartly-dressed pedestrians on Mercery Lane, Canterbury, Kent

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Kaikoura Range

Kaikoura Range, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Mt. Cook, Southern Alps

Mt. Cook, Southern Alps, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Canterbury Road, Unknown location

Canterbury Road, Unknown location, England. Date: 1920s

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Thos Cranmer / Lambeth Pal

Thos Cranmer / Lambeth Pal
THOMAS CRANMER Archbishop of Canterbury

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Chaucer Reads at Court

Chaucer Reads at Court
GEOFFREY CHAUCER Chaucer reads one of his Canterbury Tales to Edward III and his court, at Sheen Castle in Surrey

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Sister Louisa Mackay

Sister Louisa Mackay, of Canterbury (Kent) hospital

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Sunrise, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Sunrise, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Alpine flowers before Mount Cook, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Alpine flowers before Mount Cook, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Mountains of the Southern Alps reflected in Lake Matheson

Mountains of the Southern Alps reflected in Lake Matheson, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Yellow lupins beside Lake Wakatipu

Yellow lupins beside Lake Wakatipu, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageCanterbury Collection: METHUSALEH

METHUSALEH The Old Testament figure, renowned for his longevity, from a 12th century window in Canterbury Cathedral

Background imageCanterbury Collection: George(Iv) Weds Caroline

George(Iv) Weds Caroline
George, prince of Wales, weds Caroline of Brunswick in the Chapel Royal; the Archbishop of Canterbury gives his official blessing

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Thomas a Becket, Martyr

Thomas a Becket, Martyr
THOMAS A BECKET controversial archbishop of Canterbury depicted as Saint Thomas of Canterbury

Background imageCanterbury Collection: St Edmund of Abingdon

St Edmund of Abingdon
SAINT EDMUND OF ABINGDON EDMUND RICH English scholar. He became archbishop of Canterbury in 1233. He preached 6th crusade

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Chaucer, the Monk

Chaucer, the Monk
The Monk on horseback, riding with spurs

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Saint Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury

Saint Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury
Saint Dunstan, Abbot of Glastonbury, Bishop of Worcester, Bishop of London, then Archbishop of Canterbury, pictured here with a vision of the Virgin and Child

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Milky way galactic center over Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo, Mackenzie District

Milky way galactic center over Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo, Mackenzie District, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Aerial view of Tasman Glacier and mountain ranges in Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park

Aerial view of Tasman Glacier and mountain ranges in Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, Mackenzie District, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Canterbury Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Canterbury, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Canterbury Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Canterbury, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Woodcut engraving depicting a 15th century plan of Canterbury, 15th century

Woodcut engraving depicting a 15th century plan of Canterbury, 15th century
5309187 Woodcut engraving depicting a 15th century plan of Canterbury, 15th century; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting a 15th century plan of Canterbury)

Background imageCanterbury Collection: Frederick Temple, 1821 - 1902

Frederick Temple, 1821 - 1902
3083214 Frederick Temple, 1821 - 1902.; Private Collection; (add.info.: English academic, teacher, churchman and Archbishop of Canterbury)




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"Discover the rich history and breathtaking beauty of Canterbury" Canterbury, a place steeped in history and tradition, holds a special significance as the final resting place of Honorius, the Patron Saint. As you explore this enchanting region on Kent County Road Map, you'll encounter wonders that will leave you awe-inspired. Immerse yourself in spirituality at the Church of the Good Shepherd, where tranquility envelops every corner. Feel a sense of connection to ancient tales like "The Pardoner's Tale, " as if Chaucer's words come alive before your eyes. Transport yourself back to 1953 when Queen Elizabeth II was crowned amidst great pomp and grandeur. The Coronation ceremony marked an important milestone for both royalty and British history. Delve into this momentous event through photographs capturing the joyous occasion. But Canterbury isn't just about historical events; it also boasts natural wonders that take your breath away. Witness Mount Cook at sunset reflected in Lake Tekapo – a sight so mesmerizing it seems almost ethereal. And don't miss out on gazing up at the Milky Way rising behind the Church of the Good Shepherd; it's a celestial spectacle that will leave you spellbound. As you journey through Canterbury, let love prevail with glimpses into Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip's marriage certificate – an enduring symbol of their commitment to one another. Reflect upon their union while marveling at Chaucer's iconic characters from "The Canterbury Pilgrims, " who once traversed these very roads. Queen Elizabeth II herself has graced this land with her presence during her coronation day – an unforgettable moment etched in time forevermore. Experience her majesty firsthand by retracing her steps throughout this regal destination. And finally, be captivated by Mount Cook (Aoraki), standing tall against vast skies – its majestic peaks beckoning adventurers from near and far.