HARLECH CASTLE
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.
Today, the castle is open all year and offers commanding views of the Cambrian Coast.
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