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Rochester
Excursion
Rochester
HalfDay
Excursion
All groups are escortedbythePLUS staff
Rochester Castle
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The Rochester Castle is built
in stone in the 1080s. It is one
of the best preserved and
finest examples of Norman
architecture in England.
The Castle has a long history
of destruction and rebuilding,
and today it is a proud reminder
of the history of Rochester. It
is situated within the walls of
the Roman city of Rochester
at a strategic crossing of the
river Medway. The Castle has
been used both as a defensive
building and a luxurious
residence. Today it is a visitor
attraction, and it also plays host
to a number of spectacular
events. The round tower
has been completely rebuilt
contrasting with the original
square towers of the Norman
Castle. One of the oldest
surviving parts of the Castle
is the remains of the cracked
curtain wall, which was built in
the late 11
th
century.
Rochester Cathedral
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The Rochester Cathedral was
founded in 604AD,which makes
it the second oldest Cathedral
in England.The Cathedral is a
mixture of Norman architecture,
later Gothic styles and 14
th
century additions.The Cathedral
roof has been destroyed once by
a fire, but it was restored by the
monks with the donations from
the thousands of pilgrims visiting
the Cathedral every year.The
latest addition to the Cathedral
was made in 1904 when the
present tower and spire were
dedicated.The Cathedral’s stone
keep is 35 meters high,
22 meter square, and the walls
are up to 4 meters thick.
Today the Cathedral welcomes
visitors from all over the world
to see the many historical,
architectural and spiritual
wonders the Cathedral holds.
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This walking tour starts from point number 1 on this map.
When you arrive at each point read the description of the sight.
You will have the chance to discover and admire many of the most
beautiful and important sights of this city.
Entrances not included.