Caernarfon Castle is a massive medieval fortress located in Caernarfon, northwest Wales. Built by King Edward I of England beginning in 1283, it was part of his “iron ring” of castles designed to establish English control over Wales. Unlike many purely military castles, Caernarfon was also intended to impress; its polygonal towers, banded stonework, and imposing walls were inspired in part by the fortified cities of the Byzantine Empire. The castle sits strategically on the banks of the River Se

Caernarfon Castle is a medieval fortress in Gwynedd, North Wales.Caernarfon Castle is recognised around the world as one of the greatest buildings of the Middle Ages.This fortress-palace on the banks of the River Seiont is grouped with Edward I’s other castles at Conwy, Beaumaris and Harlech as a World Heritage Site. But for sheer scale and architectural drama Caernarfon stands alone.Here Edward and his military architect Master James of St George erected a castle, town walls and a quay all at t

71 reactions · 1.1K shares | Beaumaris Castle, Caernarfon Castle, Conwy Castle and Harlech Castle celebrated the #30thAnniversary of World Heritage Site Status last week by hosting the annual World Heritage UK conference.  Let us show you what makes them so spectacular… | Cadw | Facebook

14K views · 393 reactions |  Explore the historic grounds of Glynllifon - perfect for families, friends and dog walkers.  Enjoy the woodland walks, stunning flora and fauna, scultpures, historical follies and quaint café, shops and workshops. Bendigedig.  There’s no public access to Plas Glynllifon, but it’s worth seeing even if only from the outside  | Wales | Facebook