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Originally brightly illustrated, the map is now darkened with age.

Hereford, England

Hereford Mappa Mundi

The largest known medieval map of the world.

52.0543, -2.7172

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Hereford, England

Hereford Cathedral Chained Library

Rare collection of medieval books under lock and key.

52.0533, -2.7145

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Kilpeck, England

Kilpeck Church Carvings

Detailed sandstone carvings show an array of symbolism and adorable animals.

51.9704, -2.8093

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Church of St Mary and St David

Kilpeck, England

Medieval Erotic Carvings at the Church of St Mary and St David

Beasts and branches swirl in sandstone carvings, interrupted by one strange creature.

51.9703, -2.8092

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7 MILEs FROM Hereford

The Theatre of Small Convenience

Worcestershire, England

The Theatre of Small Convenience

The world's smallest commercial theater is set up in what was once a urinal for Victorian men.

52.1121, -2.3285

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16 MILEs FROM Hereford

Farmer's market on the bridge.

Monmouth, Wales

Monnow Bridge

The only medieval bridge in Britain with its defensive tower still in tact.

51.8091, -2.7199

Added by Dr Alan P Newman

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Littledean, England

Littledean Jail and Museum of Crime

A 200 year old prison housing a questionably tasteful crime museum.

51.8219, -2.4754

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19 MILEs FROM Hereford

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