Whitby Abbey

abbey in Whitby

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Whitby Abbey is a historic and iconic ruin located in Whitby, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. Founded in 657 AD by the Anglo-Saxon king Oswy of Northumbria, the abbey has a rich history intertwined with the spread of Christianity in northern England. The original structure was destroyed by Viking raids in the 9th century, and the site was later rebuilt in the 13th century in the Gothic architectural style. Whitby Abbey is also famously associated with Bram Stoker's novel "Dracula," adding a layer of literary significance to its historical allure.

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