Caernarfon Castle is pretty magnificent. It is one of those 'fairytale' style castles, but has unique polygonal towers, and it has a fabulous location by the mouth of the River Seiont.
The castle was built between 1283 and 1330, and was intended to be both a royal palace and a seat of government. It is hugely fortified, and was well set up to ward off the enemy, with its many 'murder holes' and numerous 'arrow slits' within the thick walls.
Inside there are narrow passages that join up the various towers and rooms, surrounded by a inner grassy courtyard. The passage ways are maze like in some places, with dead ends and ups and downs to confuse you, and give you the chance to lose your kids/husband if required!
You can climb up narrow spiral staircases to the tops of the towers, for fabulous views of Caernarfon and the surrounding area. Well worth a visit Caernarfon Castle is fun for all the family.
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Phone: 01286 677617
Address: In the heart of Caernarfon
Directions: Opening Hours 2006-2007
April to May - 09.30 - 17.00 daily
June to Sepr - 09.30 - 18.00 daily
Oct - 09.30 - 17.00 daily
Nov to March 09.30 - 16.00 Monday to Saturday 11.00 - 16.00 Sunday
Cost (as at May 2006) - Adults £4.75
Website: http://www.castlewales.com/caernarf.html
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