Glastonbury Abbey, Medieval monastic ruins in Glastonbury, England.
The remaining walls and foundations span 36 acres of landscaped grounds, featuring the intact medieval abbot's kitchen and herb garden.
Founded in 712, the monastery grew to become England's wealthiest religious institution before its destruction during Henry VIII's dissolution in 1539.
Medieval monks promoted the site's connection to King Arthur's burial place and Joseph of Arimathea's establishment of the first Christian church.
The abbey grounds open daily from 10 AM to 4 PM, with guided tours, a museum collection, and a mobile app for interactive experiences.
The abbot's kitchen remains one of only three preserved medieval monastic kitchens in the world, displaying advanced cooking technology from the 14th century.
Location: England
Inception: 712
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture, Gothic architecture
Website: https://glastonburyabbey.com
GPS coordinates: 51.14671,-2.71501
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:14
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