Harlech Castle - World Heritage Site
Harlech itself was a fortified post of the ancient Britons and was known as Twr Bronwen, after Bronwen, Prince of Siluria's sister.
A castle was founded at the present site in 530, by Maelgwyn Gwynedd. In the 9thC it was known as Caer Collwyn and was formed from a square tower, part of which still remains in the existing castle. The present structure was commenced in 1283 at the order of Edward I and took 12 years to complete. James of St George, Master of the King's Works, was given the task to build it and did so at a cost of £8,190.
In 1986, it was added to the list of World Heritage Sites. The castle is opens daily at 09.30 (10.00 Nov, Dec, Jan & Feb). It offers commanding views of the Cambrian Coast.
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