Peter Etteridge

Images of St Albans Peter Etteridge

This book is a selection of images of St Albans which is one Britain's historic cities which attracts many visitors from around the world every year. It was one of the. largest and most important Roman towns in England and St Albans Cathedral stands on the hilltop where Alban became the first Christian martyr in Britain. St Albans has several important reminders of the Roman age. Roman walls can be seen in Verulamium Park, a Hypocaust has been preserved, and a unique Roman theatre can be visited. St Albans City with its long history, variety of architecture, and shops, has a great deal for its visitors to explore and enjoy, including the Verulamium Museum which houses a fine collection of items from the Roman era, the Clock Tower which is one of only two like it in England, and of course the cathedral.