Canterbury, in southeast England, was the destination for pilgrimages in the Middle Ages and the inspiration for Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales. Visitors today can visit the same site, the Shrine of St. Thomas Beckett in Canterbury Cathedral. The cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey, and St. Martin's Church are UNESCO World Heritage Sites that top must-see lists in Canterbury. Another must-see attraction is a recreation of The Canterbury Tales in St. Margaret's Church. Westgate Towers Museum and Viewpoint, and a Canterbury punting tour are also essential to any visit to the city. Travelers to Canterbury will also want to explore Whitstable and Herne Bay.

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