This beautiful historic city is one of England’s most popular places to visit and it’s no surprise that people love it here so much.

Canterbury in Kent is known for its beautiful architecture, rich history and beautiful surrounding scenery.

It’s the perfect place to head to for a weekend away and is loved by both Brits and tourists alike.

Canterbury’s cathedral is the oldest cathedral in England and one of the UK’s most visited tourist attractions.

The historic gothic-style cathedral was founded in 597 AD by St Augustine, who was sent to England as a Christian missionary by Pope Gregory the Great, Canterbury Cathedral soon became the centre of the Christian community.

One visitor on Tripadvisor said: “We spent a wonderful few hours at the cathedral. The scale and history were awesome and inspiring.

“It’s such a beautiful building with amazing stained windows and memorials to historic characters associated with England and the cathedral.”

The area is also known for being the subject of a famous works of medieval literature, Geoffrey Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales, written between 1378 and 1400, which was based on a pilgrimage to Canterbury Cathedral.

If you’re planning to visit Canterbury, another great place to visit in the city is Sir John Boys House. This wonky bookshop is known for its iconic and unique style – it is a popular place among Instagrammers and book-lovers.

Seeing the Westgate Gardens is another must if you’re in the area. This quintessentially English park looks like a film set – its grandeur impressive garden displays will make it an unforgettable part of your trip.

One visitor on Tripadvisor said: “Wow, what a beautiful place. Stunning flower borders packed with colour with the river running through the middle – lucky local folk taking advantage of the grassy spaces.

“Reading books, playing football, picnics and meetings with friends. All taking place making this an amazing community resource with a wonderful atmosphere.”