The construction of the Abbey Church began around 1077 and was completed by 1115, during the reign of William II (Rufus). The design of the church reflected the Norman style, characterized by Romanesque architecture with heavy stone construction, rounded arches, and intricate carvings. It was built

St. Albans Abbey, located in the town of St Albans in Hertfordshire, England, holds a significant place in the history of both England and Christianity. It is one of the most historically important religious sites in the country, with a legacy that stretches back over 1,700 years. The abbey is named

The history of Canterbury Cathedral took a dramatic turn during the English Reformation in the 16th century. In 1538, during the reign of King Henry VIII, the shrine of Thomas Becket was destroyed as part of the king’s efforts to break from the Roman Catholic Church and establish the Church of

One of the most defining moments in the history of Canterbury Cathedral occurred in 1170 with the murder of Archbishop Thomas Becket. Becket, once a close ally of King Henry II, had become embroiled in a bitter dispute with the king over the rights and privileges of the Church. Becket’s unwave