The sanctuary of a church, including the choir; reserved for the clergy.

The immediate area around the principal altar

Chancel aisle - The side aisle of a chancel in a large church; it usually passes around the apse, forming a deambulatroy

Chancel arch - An arch which, in many churches, marks the separation of the chancel or sanctuary from the nave or body of the church

Chancel rail - The railing or barrier in place of a chancel screen by which the chancel is separated from the nave.

Chancel screen - Screen dividing the chancel from the nave

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