Kent Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
county of England, UK
About Kent
In the 5th-10th centuries CE, Kent was one of the kingdoms of the Jutes, although its name derives from one of the Celtic tribes of Britain, the Cantiaci. As the closest part of England to the continent of Europe (it is just 21 miles (34 km) from Dover toCalais), it has historically been the focal point for invasion attempts, and is traditionally the major embarkation point for travel to mainland Europe. Due to the extensive agriculture, orchards and hop farms, Kent is part of what is known as the "Garden of England", a fact reflected in the new car registration plates - the letter representing Kent is "G" for "Garden" rather than "K" for "Kent". At the eastern extreme of Kent lies theIsle of Thanet. There are three main seaside towns in the area: Ramsgate, Broadstairs and Margate. Once it
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