Cathedrals · East of England
St Albans Abbey
St Albans Abbey is a cathedral in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
About
St Albans Abbey is a cathedral in england east, United Kingdom — the principal church of its diocese, dating from 793. Cathedrals are seats of bishops in the Church of England, the Roman Catholic Church, and other Christian denominations across Britain.
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Place summary
St Albans Abbey is a cathedral located in the East of England. Established in 793, it is one of the oldest places of worship in the country, reflecting a significant history in the development of English ecclesiastical architecture.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7493, -0.3441
- Established
- 793
- Official site
- graphicsplusstalbans.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17645367 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is St Albans Abbey?
- St Albans Abbey is in East of England, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 51.7493°, -0.3441°.
- When was St Albans Abbey built?
- St Albans Abbey dates to 793.
- What denomination is St Albans Abbey?
- St Albans Abbey is affiliated with Christianity.