Knights Templar Church, Dover
The Knights Templar Church once stood on the Western Heights of Dover. Now all that remains is the flint and stone foundation of the church's chapel. Visitors can see the remnants of a small circular nave and a rectangular chancel that were once part of the church. The Knights Templar Church was built during the 12th century. Discovery occurred in the early 19th century during construction work on the Western Heights fortifications.
This church has been linked to the Knights Templar, a religious and military order founded in Jerusalem during the Crusades ( a series of religious wars initiated and supported by the Latin Church in the medieval period). The Knights Templar offered protection for pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land. This church is considered to be one of the order's earliest properties.
You'll find the foundations of this ancient church near Citadel Road in a residential neighborhood. Its location offers a tranquil setting in a grassy patch, a quiet spot for a visit to this historical site.
This church has been linked to the Knights Templar, a religious and military order founded in Jerusalem during the Crusades ( a series of religious wars initiated and supported by the Latin Church in the medieval period). The Knights Templar offered protection for pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land. This church is considered to be one of the order's earliest properties.
You'll find the foundations of this ancient church near Citadel Road in a residential neighborhood. Its location offers a tranquil setting in a grassy patch, a quiet spot for a visit to this historical site.
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Sight Name: Knights Templar Church
Sight Location: Dover, England (See walking tours in Dover)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Dover, England (See walking tours in Dover)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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