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The Canterbury Cross

2 July 2020

Canterbury Tour Guide, Bob Collins has written a fascinating blog for Visit Canterbury on the Canterbury Cross.

"The Canterbury Cross is unique. The name of it comes from a bronze piece of Saxon jewellery found near St. George's church in 1867... Although it's less than three inches across, it's finely detailed with a triquetra pattern - a three-cornered knot. Symbolising the Christian Trinity, on each of its four curved arms."

Click to read the full blog on the Canterbury Cross

A huge thanks to our Canterbury City Guide, Bob for delivering such insightful knowledge on the Canterbury symbol.

To find out more about these fascinating symbols and more why not book one of our private group tours here.

Image credit to The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge where the Canterbury Cross can be seen on display. Take a look at their website for information and opening here The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge.

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