Don’t be disappointed once you reach St. Dunstan-in-the-East between Monument and the Tower of London. It is often listed as a secret hint for travelers but it is more or less a small park you can sit down at, observe some squirrels and read a book while being in the city center of London. What makes it special is that the Gothic-style church from the 13th century was destroyed by a German attack in World War II; only the tower designed by Sir Christopher Wren is still fully intact. Therefore there is now a park within the walls of a former church without a roof.
St. Dunstan-in-the-East is not a big highlight, but still worth a detour if you’re close-by. The situation of an unroofed church with pretty much complete walls reminded me much of Lisboas Convento do Carmo – but at London plants are allowed on the walls and remains giving St. Dunstan a special atmosphere. By the way: St. Dunstan is no unique name, that’s why you always have to refer to St. Dunstan-in-the-East. There is also a St. Dunstan-in-the-West close to Temple Church. Both are named after archbishop Dunstan of Canterbury who lived until the year 988 CE.
St. Dunstan-in-the-East
St Dunstan’s Hill
London
England
United Kingdom
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