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Wednesday, 4 May 2011

Canterbury is top tourist destintation

The news that Canterbury has been voted as one of the UK's top tourist destinations has been well received by the city


In a poll conducted on website
tripadvisor.co.uk, Canterbury was placed in 14th, ahead of Manchester, Cardiff and Newcastle.  "These awards honour the world’s best destinations as decided by those judges that really matter - travellers themselves,” commented Emma O’Boyle, TripAdvisor spokesperson. 
Canterbury Catherdral is a big draw for tourists


“Famous for its history and architecture, namely Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury has a great deal to offer tourists and it’s wonderful to see it recognised amongst the UK’s best destinations.”  


Peter Wilkins, who organises walking tours of Canterbury, was not surprised by the poll, "Canterbury is a very unique place, it has a very rich heritage. The cathedral and the city wall always attract crowds. There's just so much to do and see in Canterbury."  

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