BBCNEWS BBC News at One June 4, 2024 13:28:00
In order to protect it. but for a few short weeks after the coronation, they will be allowed for the first time to actually walk on the mosaic — as long as, of course, they take off their shoes. it's the high altar, it's a very sacred space. it's where special services and major services take place. and for normal visiting, the area is completely roped off but we just think as part of the celebration of coronation, we want to allow a few people access onto the pavement to see what it's really like and to get a real feel and a sense for the space. and to stand on the place where the coronatio...