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Ely Cathedral in Ely-Cambridgeshire-England-United Kingdom - Founded as monastery in 673 - Destroyed by the Danes in 870 - Monastery refounded as a Benedictine community in 970 - Work on current building began in the early 1080s - Became a
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Ely Cathedral in Ely-Cambridgeshire-England-United Kingdom - Founded as monastery in 673 - Destroyed by the Danes in 870 - Monastery refounded as a Benedictine community in 970 - Work on current building began in the early 1080s - Became a
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Ely Cathedral in Ely
Cambridgeshire, UK
Founded as monastery in 673 - Destroyed by the Danes in 870 - Monastery refounded as a Benedictine community in 970 - Work on current building began in the early 1080s - Became a cathedral in 1109 - Henry VIII closed the monastery in 1539 but has continued as a Cathedral to the present day
John Cancalosi
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From Vikings to Kings - Ely Cathedral's Remarkable Resilience Shines Through in this Captivating Capture!
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. Step into the time machine and witness the incredible journey of Ely Cathedral, beautifully frozen in a single frame by John Cancalosi. This architectural marvel stands tall in Ely-Cambridgeshire, England, proudly displaying its rich history for all to admire. Founded as a humble monastery way back in 673 AD, it faced destruction at the hands of those pesky Danes in 870. But fear not! Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, it was refounded as a Benedictine community just a century later. Fast forward to the early 1080s when work on the current building began - talk about dedication! By 1109, it had transformed into an awe-inspiring cathedral that has withstood the test of time. Even Henry VIII couldn't resist its allure but decided to close down the monastery instead of demolishing this majestic structure. Ely Cathedral is more than just bricks and mortar; it represents resilience and endurance throughout centuries of turmoil. Its grandeur now attracts visitors from far and wide who come to bask in its ethereal beauty. So take a moment to appreciate this print by Cancalosi - an ode to one remarkable cathedral that has stood strong against invaders, kings, and even time itself.
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