Against stiff competition from Conwy, Caernarfon and Beaumaris, this is probably the most spectacular setting for an Edward I castle in North Wales. All four are recognized as World Heritage …
Royal fortress-palace built on legends and bitter medieval conflict Caernarfon Castle is recognised around the world as one of the greatest buildings of the middle ages
Built in the style of a Norman castle in the early 19th century, Penrhyn Castle became the home of Lord Pehrhyn, the owner of Bethesda's Penrhyn Quarry. It is one …
The equestrian statue at Harlech Castle, Wales, called The two Kings, shows Bendigeidfran carrying the body of his cousin Gwern after his death at Efnysien's hands.
This 13th-century castle is remote and magnificent and its ruined walls are incredibly evocative. It was built by Llywelyn the Great to defend Gwynedd and it's not hard to see …
Criccieth Castle overlooks Tremadog Bay on the Llŷn Peninsula in North Wales. It was built in the 13th century and remains in remarkably good condition. It's well worth looking inside, …
Beautiful small Welsh town with plenty of cafés, a nice sea front, promenade, pebble beach, and a rather obvious 13th century castle overlooking the town.
While the National Slate Museum in Llanberis undergoes redevelopment, some of the museum’s activities will continue elsewhere. For example, the unique art of slate splitting and working will be demonstrated here at Penrhyn Castle for many years to come.