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Canterbury
Looking for good family entertainment and want to go to a place that offers comfort and adventure at the same time then visit Canterbury as this is the place that has all the attractions to make your visit worth-remembering.

This charming town in Windham County, Connecticut serves as one of the most welcoming and historically cities of United States.

Canterbury offers everything for everyone. It has got the best of nature and beauty. It has got fantastic lifestyle and impressive infrastructure. It has got numerous attractions, parks, picnic areas and fun places. It has got quality restaurants, good shopping facilities and some very happening live entertainment venues.

All in all, Canterbury has it all that you want in your next holiday destination. So while you should prepare yourself to enjoy the wonderful city of Canterbury, we give you a sneak peak of the past, present and future of this amazing city of Connecticut, USA.

The town of Canterbury is located in the central southern part of Windham County and is bordered by Brooklyn to the North, Plainfield to the East, Lisbon to the South, Hampton and Scotland to the West.

The location of this town plays an important role in attracting thousands of tourists every year. Besides this, Canterbury boosts of all the modern amenities and offers a visitor-friendly environment. This further helps in boosting its tourism.

Although incorporated in October 1703, Canterbury has a long history full of important events. Exact traces of Canterburys history takes us to 1697 when Fitch made a settlement on a neck of land within a curve of the Quinebaug River below the island of Peagscomsuck.

Fitch's home was on the west bank of the river, but his property included rich farmland on both sides of the Quinebaug. Shortly thereafter, other people began to settle on the west side of the river as well, and by 1699, all of this land became part of Plainfield.

The west-side settlers found it difficult to cross the Quinebaug River for church services in winter and at periods of high water. By the fall of 1702, they desired to make a separation from Plainfield. To settle the problem, some articles of separation were quickly drawn up, advising the settlers to make their town's dividing line the river, and to organize as two distinct townships.

By December 1702, the articles of separation were drawn, signed, and witnessed a year later, on October 14, 1703; Canterbury appeared on the map of the world. With this, the inhabitants on the west side of the river got the privileges of a township and it was named Canterbury after the city in England.

Besides being rich in natural beauty, Canterbury also stands tall because of its administration and contribution in nations progress. The town has always played an important role in the development of Windham County region. Besides being the birthplace of Moss Cleaveland, the founder of the city of Cleveland, Ohio; Canterbury has many others reasons to be proud of its glorious past and great future.

Most of the people take Canterbury as a typical New England country town. However, those who have visited the city in details know that Canterbury has more to it than just being a calm and quite township. Spreading over 40.3 square miles approximately, the town boosts of amazing locales and breath-taking scenery.

Canterbury comprises a rich mix of historical tradition, a wide variety of attractions, a lively night scene and ample sporting facilities. Its unique ecological features and beautiful vistas combine with Town Roads State Roads provides a visitor-friendly environment.

While the real fun is exploring the town on your own, it is always good to read about its major attractions well in advance just to make sure that you do not miss any fun time.

Canterbury is like a heaven on earth for history buffs. There are several beautiful structures here that can be lauded for architectural beauty. Indeed, many of Canterburys attractions are registered historical landmarks. Prudence Crandall House is one of these.

Now a museum, it used to be a home of a teacher who was imprisoned for establishing the first school in New England for Afro-American girls.

The Canterbury Center Historic District includes Colonial, Federal, and other architectural styles. Capt. John Clark House, Jonathan Wheeler House and March Route of Rochambeau's Army are among the other major attractions.

From past present, Canterbury shines like a gem in the crown of Connecticuts beautiful Quiet Corner. This is the perfect place for enjoying quality times with your loved ones. So go to Canterbury and enjoy its historic charm!