The most beautiful religious buildings England

Few cities can boast of having two cathedrals! At least one story was as rich as Liverpool's to get there. During the Great Famine (), half a million Irish found Refuge on the Banks of the Mersey. Many were from America, but many others chose to stay. A majority of Catholics, the question of finding them a place of worship, then arises quickly. In 1856, Lady Chapel emerged from land but will never be a cathedral, and eventually destroyed in the 1980 s. When a land was acquired at the north end of Hope Street in 1930, Sir Edwin Luyters was charged with building a building worthy of the project of the Anglican neo-Gothic neighbour. His bold plans imagine the second largest church in the world, inspired by the Basilica of Saint Peter in Rome. It is not counting on war, which puts an end to the project, judged too costly. Only the crypt will be completed. In 1953, the man returning to the torch is other than Adrian Gilbert Scott, the brother of Giles! But the story would have been too good, and neither did he come to his ends. It is to Sir Frederick Gibberd that we have the visible version today, completed in 1967. Its facade impresses with its crown tower that rises towards the sky and its spatial shapes show completely with the initial sketches. In the interior, beautiful modernist stained glass stained glass stained glass windows come to light in the light of the sun and cast colorful lueurs on the walls. The circular and celestial form of the room leaves without a voice and transports completely over time.

A masterpiece of architect Christopher Wren, who was responsible for its reconstruction after the Great Fire of 1666, the current cathedral is in fact the fifth cathedral built on this site since the construction of the first church dedicated to Saint Paul in 604. It was the first Anglican cathedral in 1534 and its choir has served as a reference for all Anglican churches in the country. The restoration of the cathedral was decided shortly before the fire and finally it was its reconstruction that began in 1675 and was completed in 1710. Wren has already proposed restoration plans and he sees the end of the work when he is almost 80 years old, in other words it is his life's work. He is buried there. The plan of the church is in the shape of a cross, you enter through the vast nave which opens the view on the dome and the choir. The architecture is largely inspired by the Italian Renaissance and the Baroque. Its majestic dome stands proudly in the middle of La City, its white stone sparkling in the sun. Wren had in mind a dome that could be seen from far away, but he also wanted the interior paintings to be visible from the cathedral floor. He therefore built two domes, an interior, of which only the concave part can be seen, and an exterior, of which only the convex part can be seen. This dome is accessed by an endless staircase leading to a gallery, the Whispering Gallery. Its name comes from a resonance phenomenon that makes it possible to hear a whispered whisper on the other side. Another series of steps and a staircase later, you will reach the second gallery, the stone gallery and finally the gold gallery, this time outside the cathedral and offering a 360° view of the capital. The effort (530 steps all the same) is worth it, especially in good weather, because you are overlooking the city centre. The cathedral rises 110 m, or 365 feet. Finally, discover the basement of the cathedral which houses the crypt, a pantheon of the nation's great men. In the centre of the crypt is the tomb of Admiral Nelson, decorated with a crown carved from the wood of the mast of L'Orient, a French ship destroyed at the Battle of Abukir. In the painters' corner are the graves of Turner, Reynolds and Lawrence, as well as monuments dedicated to Constable, Van Dyck and William Blake. At the far east end, the chapel of the Order of the British Empire was built to pay tribute to the veterans of the First World War.

It is the largest cathedral in the United Kingdom, and the fifth in the world! It's even in competition with the St. John the Divine of New York, for the first place of the Anglican churches… Its construction was completed only in 1978, after 74 years of work. Wars did not help, and the Luftwaffe gave it many damage. And yet its neo-Gothic look give it much older air. It is even a historic monument! The architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott was only 23 years old when he drew the plans. And the prodigy has more than one icon to his assets: they also have the red telephone booths that are found throughout the country and right in the right wing of the building. Unfortunately, he died 18 years before the opening ceremony, where the Queen was present. Its 100-metre tower makes it the third largest building in Liverpool and its ascent provides breathtaking views over the entire city. Don't miss the monumental organ and beautiful stained glass windows. The free cathedrals are quite rare in England, so it would be foolish to deprive them of it…

The cathedral, built in 1333, is the largest and most beautiful in England. It is a set of lawns and old buildings. Even today, the enclosure is closed every evening and the residents each have their keys.

This gigantic cathedral is one of the most beautiful in the world and is the undisputed icon of the whole city and indeed of Yorkshire. In 1220, the Archbishop of York decided to replace the Norman building that stood there with a jewel of Gothic architecture capable of rivaling Canterbury, the superb neighbour to the south. The challenge was met! This colossus can even tease Notre Dame, and its medieval stained glass windows (West Window) are considered the most brilliant in Britain. But it's the whole thing that is so beautiful, and it's a delight from the inside as well as the outside. During your visit, don't miss the statues of the King's Screen and the organ which is leaning against it. The circular Chapter House is also absolutely enchanting. For a small additional fee, you can reach the top of the Minster from the central tower. The views over the city and the Yorkshire countryside are breathtaking. As are the very narrow and steep stairs leading up to it... However, beware of peak hours and busy days, when the building is quickly taken over by groups of tourists. If you don't have enough time, at least take a tour outside.

Undercroft. When the Minster threatened to collapse in the 1970s, salvage attempts revealed some 2,000-year-old rubble.Descend into the bowels of the earth to view the remains of an ancient Roman fort, original early foundations and finds around a Saxon cemetery

Saint Augustine's Abbey was built in 1140 and, by 1542, the building had expanded to form the new cathedral. A fine example of Gothic architecture, it boasts a sumptuous and imposing chapter house, the meeting place of the monks. The nave was destroyed in the ^16th century, then rebuilt in the ^19th century according to its original medieval plan. It forms a large, uniform hall with the choir and aisles, which are the same height. A must-see in Bristol. The gardens surrounding the church are equally beautiful.

According to legend, the site was a Druidic monument before becoming a Roman temple dedicated to Apollo. A first Christian church was built there in 660, and in 875, the relics of St. Werburgh of York were brought here to protect the population from Viking incursions. In 1092, Hugh Lupus, the nephew of William the Conqueror, began the construction of a large monastery; the building underwent many modifications before becoming a cathedral in 1541. Today, it is particularly famous for its pink stone architecture in the rich Gothic style. We appreciate its magnificent 12th century choir and its perfectly restored cloister.

Built in 1130, on the model of the rotunda of the church of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, this small church is in Romanesque style, one of the four medieval round churches in England. Bill Gates, the Dalai Lama and Queen Victoria have all walked through his door! It is the second oldest building in the city. Don't miss this amazing round stone architecture. Inside, a 20-minute video projection invites you to discover the history of Cambridge. This church is therefore a good starting point for a visit to the city.

One of Britain's most famous cathedrals, it also boasts the tallest church spire in the UK. It was built between 1220 and 1258 in the early English Gothic style. The cloister, chapter house (which houses one of only four surviving copies of the Magna Carta), tower and spire were not completed until 500 years later. The ceiling of the nave is also beautifully painted. Behind the altar, you'll admire the highly-constructed perspectives, with their pure, perfectly-balanced lines. The arches are painted green or red, accentuating their slender appearance, while the black marble columns add rhythm to the beauty of the proportions. In the cloister, two cedar trees flourish, protected by stone galleries. In the evenings, light shines through their needles, reflecting a soft, slightly green light onto the pale grey walls beneath the bell tower... The painter Constable immortalized this architectural masterpiece and contributed to its popularity. Another must-see is England's oldest working clock. It's a must-see that's sure to leave no one unmoved!

Cathedral Close: the cathedral precinct, built in 1333, is the largest in England. It includes Mompesson House and other beautiful medieval houses. Even today, the site is closed every evening, and residents each have their own key.

Renovated at great expense in the th century, the Gothic Cathedral of Manchester could appear relatively recent. The first building, however, dates from the th century and the one we see still today emerged from land in the th century. Several times expanded, it was damaged by the IRA bomb and by the bombings of the Second World War. It is one of the most interesting buildings in the city, with beautiful modern windows and some of the oldest of in Europe.

A small Franciscan chapel surrounded by a garden is nestled behind Greyfriars Guest House. Pass the double doors, move to the river and turn left before the bridge. Ideal for a quiet and relaxing stay in the city centre.

Bath boasts a splendid Gothic abbey, renovated by Henry VII and built on the site of a Saxon monastery that was the coronation ground for Edgar, the first king of England, in 973. Now restored to its original splendor, with the vibrant colors of its fan-shaped vaults, the church has a new look. Its construction, in 1499, was interrupted and resumed in 1609, resulting in a mixture of styles. During the reign of Elizabeth^I, it was nicknamed the "Lantern of the West", in homage to its immense stained glass windows: 56 scenes illustrating the life of Christ.

Canterbury Cathedral is the seat of the Anglican Church and is the undisputed emblem of the city and a spiritual centre for many believers around the world. It is one of the unmistakable landmarks of southern England, which will delight history lovers. In the rest of the country, only a few other religious buildings can boast of such renown, such as the cathedrals of York, Westminster or St Paul's. The church dedicated to St Augustine, which stood here before, was destroyed in a fire in 1067 and the present colossus was erected between 1070 and 1503. Impressive, imposing, fascinating, there is no shortage of adjectives to describe its historical interest, which is based on a mixture of several architectural styles, including an excellent example of perpendicular Gothic. The Romanesque crypt is the only remaining vestige of the 11th century and remains one of the highlights of the visit. It was on the steps leading up to it that the famous Archbishop Thomas Beckett was assassinated by the knights of Henry II in 1170. Canterbury Cathedral also contains the tombs of Edward, the Black Prince, hero of the Hundred Years' War, as well as Henry IV and Joan of Navarre, topped by their recumbent figures. Don't miss the frescoes in the Saint Gabriel Chapel (12th century), the stained glass windows in the Trinity Chapel depicting the life of Saint Thomas Beckett (13th century), the clock in the transept, the mosaic and the curved escutcheons in the floor behind the altar, the cloister and the chapter house.

This cathedral stands out in the London landscape with its architecture closer to the Byzantine style than to the Gothic style so familiar in England. Originally, the site belonged to Benedictine monks, who initiated the construction. In the ^17th century, part of the land was sold to build a prison. In 1884, the Catholic Church acquired the site. From then on, the cathedral was dedicated to the Precious Blood of Jesus Christ, and was built in neo-Byzantine style on the model of Saint Sophia in Istanbul, according to plans by architect John Francis Bentley. The foundation stone was laid in 1895 and the structure completed eight years later. The interior is impressive, decorated with marble and mosaics, but is still very dark and unfinished, with a bare ceiling. The chapels and columns are delicately decorated in gold, earthy red and green. This is the seat of the Catholic Church in Great Britain. The fourteen stations of the Stations of the Cross, created by sculptor Eric Gill, are world-renowned. The cathedral is the architectural masterpiece of Victorian architect John Francis Bentley (1839-1902). To prepare for the cathedral's construction, he organized a four-month European tour to visit churches and basilicas dating from the "primitive" period. Westminster Cathedral is one of the UK's busiest churches.

This abbey, now in ruins, was built in 598 by St Augustine to celebrate the success of the evangelisation of England. The building was for a long time the exclusive domain of the monks, before being used as a royal residence after Henry VIII had created his own religion and ordered the destruction of religious monuments. It contains the tomb of St Augustine and the burial places of various Saxon kings. The kings of Kent and the archbishops of Canterbury are also buried here. The site has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1988.

Much less well known than St Paul or Westminster, Southwark Cathedral is a splendid building, practically hidden by the trees and tall buildings that surround it. A very fine example of English Gothic architecture, built in the 13th century, it has been rebuilt and restored several times, including the central nave, rebuilt in the 19th century in the neo-Gothic style. On the left, do not miss the 15th century keystones. Shakespeare buried his brother here in 1607, a monument is dedicated to him.

Originally a Saxon church, it became a Benedictine abbey in 998 and was subsequently extensively enlarged and decorated. It is one of the finest examples of Perpendicular Gothic in the region, and should not be missed. The building's most striking feature is its magnificent, typically English fan vaults. The one over the choir is even the oldest large vault built in England. Simon Jenkins once wrote: "I'd put Sherborne's roof up against any contemporary Italian Renaissance work".

This abbey, now in ruins, is known as the oldest Christian shrine in Britain and is linked to Joseph of Arimathea. A fire destroyed the building in 1184, and the monastery, which had been rebuilt, was abandoned in 1539. Legend has it that King Arthur and Queen Guinevere were buried on the estate, but their remains were lost when the site was dissolved. Don't miss Abbot Dunstan's kitchen, particularly well preserved. There's also a small museum on site.

A Gothic masterpiece from the 12th century, this cathedral is one of the most beautiful in the Southwest with its imposing façade. The West Front is twice as wide as it is high and represents the Last Judgement with a very special finesse. Once you enter, you can admire the magnificent nave of the building, as well as its 15th century library and old books. You should not miss the astronomical clock (14th century), a small jewel of craftsmanship that comes alive with a knightly battle every quarter of an hour, to the delight of visitors.