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Caernarfon Castle
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- Name
- Caernarfon Castle
- Continent
- EUROPE
- Alt Name:
- -
- Country:
- United Kingdom
- Period:
- High Medieval (1000AD–1300AD)
- Sub-Region:
- -
- Date:
- 1200AD - 1299AD
- City/Town:
- Caernarfon
- Figure:
- Edward I of England
- Resorts:
- Caernarfon,
Wales,
- Related:
- Conwy Castle, Harlech Castle,
Beaumaris Castle, Denbigh Castle,
about Caernarfon Castle
Caernarfon Castle is a stunning medieval stronghold in Wales built by Edward I and listed by UNESCO. Edward, who had conquered Wales by 1283, encircled it with a ring of castles, of which Caernarfon was one. Grand and imposing, Caernarfon Castle was an impressive mix of fort, royal home and political seat.
Caernarfon Castle was of great significance to the king, whose son was born there in 1284. Since then, Caernarfon Castle has fared very well, remaining exceptionally intact. It has also continued to play host to important events, including the investiture of Prince Charles as the Prince of Wales in 1969.
Today, the site offers exhibits and tours.
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contact details
Address: 8 Castle Ditch, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL55 2AU
Phone: +44 1443 33 6000
useful information
Directions:
Located approx 70 miles west of Chester, 25 miles west of Conwy.
Ticket Information:
March-Oct: 9:30am-5pm daily (to 6pm July-Aug)
Nov-Feb: 10am-4pm daily (from 11am Sundays)
Last entry half an hour before closing. Closed 24-26 Dec, 1 Jan.
Entry £4.95 full, £4.60 reduced. Family/group tickets available.
Links:
http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/374
http://www.cadw.wales.gov.uk/default.asp?id=6
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