The Church of Canterbury is located in Canterbury, England. The Cathedral dates all the way back to 597 A.D. It was founded by St Augistine who was sent by Pope Gregory the Great as a missionary, which established his seat. In 1170 Thomas Becket was murdered in the Cathedral and ever since this Church has attracted thousands of pilgrims. The Cathedral stands within its own walled precints surrounded by midieval buildings and ruins. The Church has been rebuilt many times and has had many things added to it, to attract more people. Some of the additions that have been added to it are, The Romanesque Nave, It is one of the most delicate vaulted arches and gilt roof bosses. It is known to be one of the best known surviving examples of English Perpendicular Gothic. The quire was rebuilt and extended after a fire in 1174. The Matrydome is a modern memorial and marks the matrydome of Thomas Becket. Virtual Tour of The Church at Canterbury.
http://www.request.org.uk/main/churches/tours/canterbury/tour.htm
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