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Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally, wearing gold and white vestments and a mitre, smiles while seated during her installation ceremony at Canterbury Cathedral.

Exterior view of Canterbury Cathedral in Canterbury, England, showing its large Gothic towers, detailed stonework, and arched windows.

The Throne of Augustine, a stone ceremonial chair with a red cushion, sits atop red-carpeted steps in Canterbury Cathedral, with stained glass and a candle visible nearby.

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby kisses the open Canterbury Gospels, held by another clergyman, during his enthronement at Canterbury Cathedral.

Dame Sarah Mullally, wearing liturgical robes, makes an oath on The Saint John's Bible during her enthronement as Archbishop of Canterbury at Canterbury Cathedral.

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