Top 10 Castles in Wales | Snowdonia, Anglesey, Cardiff & More

If you are looking for the best castles in Wales, you don't want to miss this video. In this video, we will show you the top 10 castles in Wales that you can visit and explore. These castles are:

- 0:32 - Conwy Castle: A stunning medieval fortress on the north coast of Wales, built by King Edward I in the 13th century. It is one of the finest examples of military architecture in Europe, with massive walls, towers and gatehouses.

- 1:14 - Beaumaris Castle: A masterpiece of medieval design, located on the island of Anglesey. It was also built by Edward I, and features a concentric layout, a moat and a dock. It is considered the most technically perfect castle in Britain.

- 1:48 - Harlech Castle: A majestic castle perched on a rocky hill overlooking the sea, also built by Edward I. It was the scene of several sieges and battles during the Welsh Wars and the Wars of the Roses. It is famous for its imposing gatehouse and its connection to the Welsh national anthem.

- 2:38 - Dinas Bran Castle: A romantic ruin on a hilltop above the town of Llangollen, built by a Welsh prince in the 13th century. It was later captured by Edward I, and then abandoned after a fire. It is associated with many legends and myths, including the Holy Grail.

- 3:26 - Criccieth Castle: A charming castle on a headland between two beaches, built by Llywelyn the Great in the 13th century. It was later expanded by Edward I, and then destroyed by Owain Glyndŵr in the 15th century. It offers spectacular views of the coast and the mountains.

- 3:53 - Laugharne Castle: A picturesque castle on the estuary of the River Taf, built by the Normans in the 12th century. It was later transformed into a Tudor mansion by Sir John Perrot, and then used as a garrison during the Civil War. It is famous for its association with the poet Dylan Thomas, who lived nearby and wrote some of his works there.

- 4:48 - Llansteffan Castle: A striking castle on a hill overlooking the mouth of the River Tywi, built by the Normans in the 12th century. It was later fortified by the Welsh princes and then by Edward I. It was involved in several conflicts, including the Glyndŵr Rising and the Civil War. It is now a popular tourist attraction and a venue for events.

- 5:11 - Dinefwr Castle: A historic castle on a hill above the River Tywi, built by Rhodri Mawr in the 9th century. It was later rebuilt by Lord Rhys in the 12th century, and then captured by Edward I in the 13th century. It was one of the most important political and cultural centres of medieval Wales, and is now part of a National Trust estate.

- 5:45 - Caerphilly Castle: A massive castle in the heart of Caerphilly, built by Gilbert de Clare in the 13th century. It is one of the largest castles in Britain, and features an impressive water defences system, a leaning tower and a great hall. It is also home to a collection of medieval siege engines and a dragon sculpture.

- 6:50 - Carreg Cennen Castle: A dramatic castle on a limestone cliff near Llandeilo, built by the Welsh princes in the 13th century. It was later seized by Edward I, and then ruined by Owain Glyndŵr in the 15th century. It is renowned for its stunning location and its secret cave beneath the castle.

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