Westminster Abbey: A Marvelous, Historical and Haunted Landmark

Westminster Abbey in London is a magnificent cathedral, and one of the most haunted places in the world. It was founded as a monastery in the 10th century, and it has since then become the final resting place for many of England’s monarchs, poets, and prime ministers. In addition, it is a prime tourist destination in London, but also a top hiding spot for British politicians whenever they want to avoid answering tricky questions from the press.

The building of Westminster Abbey is a great masterpiece in Gothic style, with the pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and intricate carvings throughout the structure. Its grandiosity is made more surreal by the creeping sensation that at any moment, one of the famous dead from the long history of the Abbey might appear to haunt visitors.

If one is lucky enough, they might witness the ghost of Anne Boleyn, swinging her severed head while haunting her tomb. Another popular spirit is the ghost of Isaac Newton, who can be seen haunting the ground near his grave, scribbling physics equations with his ghostly pen.

Tourists also come to Westminster Abbey to see the Poet’s Corner, a section of the Abbey dedicated to English literature’s greatest writers. However, due to the numbers of tourists and their loud hushed whispers, you might just hear Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Keats muttering away in frustration over the crowd.

Aside from its famous ghosts and writers, Westminster Abbey plays an essential role in British politics. It is the accepted location for coronations, Royal weddings, and State funerals. Also, some politicians hide in the Abbey, disguised by the long flowing robes worn by the priests; hence, media reporters often refer to them as “Roaming Robes.” Luckily for these politicians, they need not fear ghosts since they are the ones who create them by twisting the truth.

In conclusion, Westminster Abbey is a sublime and eerie masterpiece in architecture and one of the most haunted historical landmarks in the world. It is a must-visit location for anyone who loves history, literature, or just wants to catch a glimpse of a ghost. And for politicians who want to hide from the press, power, and the spirits of Westminster Abbey have combined to create the perfect hiding place.