Canterbury

Canterbury

The Coat of ArmsGeographical position

Origins, HistoryCeltic tribe of the Cantiaci

1st century AD- Durovernum Cantiacorum

the late 3rd century- Romans built an earth bank around the city

in 410-the city was abandoned

over the next 100 years, was formed an Anglo-Saxon community from Jutish refugees579- Augustine was sent to its king to convert the Christianity

842- Danish raids

1717- the Kentish post

1830-worlds first passenger railway Whitstable Railway

During the 1st World War-voluntary hospitals were set up around the city During the 2nd World War 731 homes and 296 other buildings were destroyed

1. The Whistable Castle and Gardens

2. The Herne Mill

3. Westgate Gardens

4. The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge

The Canterbury Cathedral

Marlowe Theater