#winchestercathedral

[davidstanleytravel]

The 14th century Great West Window of Winchester Cathedral in Winchester, Hampshire, England, was smashed by Cromwell's Parliamentarians in 1642. After the Restoration of the Monarchy in 1660 it was put back together as a mosaic.

[simon-martin]

GLORIOUS GOTHIC: Winchester Cathedral is one of the most remarkable ancient cathedrals in England. Seeing the interior on a hot summer’s day, without hoards of international tourists, meant it was a calm and intimate experience. The Gothic tracery, vaulted ceilings above the nave and chancel, carved wooden quire and carved stonework must surely be one of the greatest expressions of the Medieval period. @winchestercathedral #winchestercathedral #cathedral #gothic #architecture #architecturephotography #Winchester https://www.instagram.com/p/CQEMPF_FSmQ/?utm_medium=tumblr

[ladylipt]

About 200 years ago, the world lost one of the most brilliant writers of the English literature. Until today, her work continues to influence the lives of those who let themselves fall in love with her books. I think we shouldn’t celebrate her death but her immortality, because I know, for sure, that she still lives in her book. They are pieces of her that we discovered when we read them. Read more: http://janeaustenfanlp.blogspot.pt/2017/07/about-200-years-ago-world-lost-one-of.html #janeausten #200yearsofjaneausten #prideandprejudice #persuasion #mansfieldpark #senseandsensibility #emma #northangerabbey #book #novel #writer #janeaustenmemorial #winchestercathedral

[davidstanleytravel]

Winchester Cathedral in Winchester, Hampshire, England, was built between 1079 and 1532. It's notable for its great length and width.

[davidstanleytravel]

In 1911 flying buttresses were installed along the south nave of Winchester Cathedral in Winchester, Hampshire, England, to prevent the medieval building from collapsing.

[infamoushistory]

The Legend of Saint Swithun’s Rain

According to medieval legend, on July 15, 971, the remains of Saint Swithun were moved from his humble outdoor grave into the newly built shrine inside Winchester Cathedral. The translation of his relics was said to have gone against the saint’s wishes, as Swithun had supposedly requested to be buried outside where ordinary people could walk over his grave and the rain could fall upon him.

The legend claims that after his reburial, a powerful storm struck England, bringing rain for 40 days and 40 nights. Medieval storytellers interpreted the storm as a sign that Swithun was displeased with being moved from his simple resting place. Over time, the tale gave rise to the famous English weather saying: “St Swithun’s Day if thou dost rain, for forty days it will remain.”

Although historians debate the accuracy of the legend, Saint Swithun became one of England’s most beloved medieval saints. His feast day and the stories surrounding his supposed control over the weather remained part of English folklore for centuries.

[davidstanleytravel]

A brass tablet in Winchester Cathedral, Winchester, Hampshire, England, commemorates 19th century British novelist Jane Austin who is buried beneath the cathedral's floor.

[davidstanleytravel]

To be close to the bones of Saint Swithun medieval pilgrims would once crawl through a small door called the "Holy Hole" below the Early English retrochoir of Winchester Cathedral in Winchester, England.