- On Joseph's second visit, after Christ's death, he built the first Christian church, at Glastonbury Abbey, (see our Glastonbury myths and legends page).
- The Abbey is set in 36 acres of beautifully peaceful parkland in the centre of the ancient market town of Glastonbury.
- In 1191AD, the monks of Glastonbury Abbey discovered the remains of Arthur and Guinevere buried a short distance to the south of the Lady Chapel.
- The Glastonbury Abbey is full of history, including the alleged site of King Arthur's grave and the Glastonbury Thorn.
- The abbey and its extensive grounds (over 30 acres) lie just south of Glastonbury city centre, and are accessed, on the west side, from Magdalene Street.
- Though no more than a ruined sanctuary today, Glastonbury Abbey was once one of the wealthiest and most prestigious monasteries in England.
- The Glastonbury Abbey is full of history, including the alleged site of King Arthur's grave and the Glastonbury Thorn.
- You are currently viewing Glastonbury Abbey. ... Glastonbury Abbey is connected with legend to a degree that is unparalleled by any other abbey in England.
- The scattered ruins of Glastonbury Abbey give little hint that this was once one of England's great seats of ecclesiastical power.
- Make your way here for a glimpse into some religious cultures and traditions. Glastonbury is where you'll find Glastonbury Abbey.