When you hear “war museum,” your mind probably jumps to tanks, guns, and military maps—and yes, the Imperial War Museum (IWM) in London has all of that. But spend just a little time inside its massive stone walls, and you'll discover something deeper. This isn't just a gallery of old weapons. It's a living archive of human struggle, resilience, and the strange ripple effects of global conflict.

Before there were backpackers and interrail passes, there were pilgrims. And for centuries, they flocked by foot, horseback, or cart to one place above all others—Canterbury Cathedral. Rising like a gothic crown over the medieval streets of Kent, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is more than just a beautiful building. It’s the heart of a thousand stories, from martyrdom to miracles.