Hailes Abbey,aerial photograph. Hailes Abbey was a late Cistercian abbey built during the 13th century. An elaborate chevet was added to the original building where a shrine held a phial of 'the Holy Blood of Hailes',allegedly Christ's own blood. The authenticity of this relic was later disputed,however throughout the remainder of the 13th century the site was a popular place of pilgrimage. Photographed near Winchcombe,Gloucestershire,UK | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Skyscan |
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