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Lincoln Cathedral
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Visit on a weekday morning to experience the cathedral in peaceful quiet, with softer light streaming through the stained glass. Afternoon crowds can swell during school holidays and summer weekends.
Budsjettips
Entry costs around £11 for adults, but a voluntary donation ticket gives the same access. The cathedral accepts the National Art Pass for 50% off entry.
Anbefalt for
History enthusiasts, Architecture lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Spiritual travelers
Planlegg ditt besøk
2-3 hours
Om
Raske fakta: Tre gjenlevende kopier av Magna Carta eksisterer, og Lincolnkatedralen huser en av dem i sitt imponerende hvelvede kapittelhus. Det sentrale tårnet gjorde den en gang til den høyeste bygningen i verden på 160 meter, helt til en storm blåste det ned i 1549.
Høydepunkter: Se opp i taket i Angel Choir, og du vil få øye på over 300 utskårne engler som stirrer tilbake på deg, hver med ulike uttrykk og positurer. Den middelalderske "Lincoln Imp" skåret inn i en søyle er en liten rampete steinskikkelse med et korslagt ben, og legenden sier at en engel forvandlet en nisse til stein midt i ugagn akkurat her.
Insidertips
- Climb the tower for panoramic views over Lincolnshire, but book ahead as spaces are limited to small groups.
- The Wren Library above the cloisters holds the Magna Carta copy, but it is only open for limited hours on specific days, so check the schedule before you go.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the cathedral sits at the top of Steep Hill and involves walking on uneven medieval stone floors inside.
- Visit during Advent to hear the famous Lincoln Cathedral Choir performing in the spectacular acoustic setting.
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