Avalon
/ˈævəlɒn/
/ˈævəlɑːn/
- (in ancient stories) a beautiful island where dead heroes go. According to the legend (= story from ancient times) it is the place where King Arthur's body was taken after his last battle. Some people believe Avalon to be in or near what is now Glastonbury.
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