Historical Memorials of Westminster Abbey by A.P. Stanley, 3rd edition 1869 and later editions (describing the vault and coffin) Article about the German drawings is in the Burlington Magazine Dec ...

Recognizable for its pointed arches and rib vaults, Gothic architecture was Europe’s primary building style for cathedrals from the late 12th to the 16th century. It evolved from its heavier, rounder ...

Westminster Abbey is undertaking a new project using the latest 3D technology to scan the funeral effigy head of Henry VII - the first Tudor monarch and the father of Henry VIII.

Once-in-a-century opportunity to codesign a brand-new Fabergé egg Portrait session with the artist who has painted three members of the British royal family Private tour of Westminster Abbey and ...

Westminster Abbey has the highest Gothic vault in England, spanning 102 feet. According to westminster-abbey.org, the ceiling was made to seem higher by making the aisles narrow.

Everything to know about Westminster Abbey, the historic church that's hosted royal coronations, weddings and funerals — including King Charles' May 6 coronation ...

Westminster Abbey has witnessed nearly a millennium of British history – but many rituals, like those at royal funerals, aren’t so old Published 12:00 am Sunday, November 27, 2022 ...

The vault is beneath St George’s Chapel, which has been the chosen burial place for the Royal Family since the 15th century, superseding Westminster Abbey.

Queen Elizabeth II's coffin has been lowered into the royal vault at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle, bringing to a close the public funeral for a monarch whose 70-year reign defined an age.

Royal Vault: What is it, where is it and who else is buried there? Prince Philip was in the Royal Vault but has been moved to be buried alongside his wife, Queen Elizabeth II.

Westminster Abbey has also been a frequent venue for royal funerals and burials. Since the early 19th century, almost all British sovereigns have been buried at Windsor Castle, including Elizabeth II.

The royal funeral for Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey on Sept. 19, 2022, was a public ceremony on a truly global scale.