St. George's Church, Leicester

The churchyard of St. George's Church, located between Colton and Queen Streets, is a green island in the city center. The former Anglican Church was built in 1826 and was recently transformed into a Greek Orthodox Church. Today it serves as a place of worship for the Orthodox community of Serbia. It was reconstructed after a fire in 1911. The solid building resembles a medieval castle and has elegant towers. Its green yard is an oasis of tranquility in the busy heart of Leicester.

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Sight Name: St. George's Church
Sight Location: Leicester, England (See walking tours in Leicester)
Sight Type: Religious
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Leicester is one of the oldest cities in England, whose history goes back almost two millennia. The Romans arrived in the area around 47 AD, during their conquest of southern Britain. Following the Saxon invasion, Leicester was then captured by Danish Vikings, in the 9th century.

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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles

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Leicester is a city in the East Midlands of England with a rich past. Valuable historical monuments in Leicester are under the special protection of the local government and are the pride of the city. Take this self-guided tour of central Leicester and admire the city's rich historical buildings.

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Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles