15th March 2009 - by David Pearce
Canterbury Tourist Information & Travel Guide
Canterbury is based in the South East of England. The city
centre has been re built heavily after severe damage which
incurred during World War II where over 700 homes were
destroyed alongside 296 various building structures. It was a
decade after the war when redevelopment began, starting with a
ring road for traffic congestion.
The largest expansion of the city took place in the 1960’s
which saw the rise in education facilities introducing colleges
and universities such as The University of Kent at Canterbury
and Christ Church College. One of the most historical visitors
of Canterbury was Ghandi, who came to the city to rebuild a
cathedral which had been destructed.
There are two focal seaside resorts in Canterbury, one of them
being Whitstable. This traditional seaside has many things to
offer as the streets are filled with galleries, craft shops,
clothing shops that run side by side with bakers and butchers.
There is a variety of food and drink available here ranging
from fish and chips to seafood. Also available to you are
Italian, Indian and Thai restaurants, all located in the town
centre.
Whitstable is ultimately about enjoying the sea which can be
accessed by taking the primary route from the city centre or
alternatively, the side alleyways. Once you reach the sea all
you can see is the harbour and the picturesque landscape filled
with sailing and fishing boats.
In memory of all those lost at sea is the Starvation Point
which is situated directly opposite the harbour gates.
Previously, this had been a meeting space for seamen who were
in search of work however, now it holds a reminder of
Canterbury’s historical roots. Museums can also be found at
Whitstable showcasing the towns past through exhibitions.
Herne Bay is the other seaside area in Canterbury. Here,
visitors can relax by the beach and enjoy a picnic or when the
sun’s out, go for a swim in the water. Visitors can take a walk
by the Victorian seaside in the town of Herne Bay. Sandstone
cliffs can be found behind the beach with footpaths that cross
against one another. Once you reach the very end of the slopes,
there are breathtaking views including the Thames Estuary.
The town is in close proximity to Herne Bay which is famously
known for its fishing facilities where you can enjoy a variety
of seafood restaurants. The town also has many local bands that
perform on a regular basis throughout spring and summer. Herne
Bay beach has been acknowledged for its highly maintained
cleanliness with regards to the beach and all of its
facilities.
For shopping, the Whitefriars development holds many well
established retailers all under one roof. This establishment
has been created in order for the city to offer a range of
shops on behalf of the county. To find antiques and collectable
items, visitors can head towards St Dunstan’s area which is
located near Westgate Towers. Bohemian culture is embedded when
you head towards Whitstable and if you follow on to Harbour
Street you can find independent art galleries alongside unique
gift shops.
Source: http://articlesabroad.com
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