Caernarvon Castle - A Symbol of Kingly Power in a Country Full of Castles

King Edward I, known as Long Hanks, ringed with Welsh castles in the 13 century, as a way to subdue the Welsh and English rebels consolidate power over them. He is undoubtedly the Caernarvon Castle became a royal residence and seat of government in North Wales. The first Prince of Wales was born in 1284 The last, His Royal Highness Prince Charles was invested at Caernarvon in 1969 in a ceremony televised around the world.

Caernarvon is the best of Edward the many castles are still standing, across Wales. But Edward's castles are only part of the remarkable series of castles to visit in Wales since prehistoric fortresses and strongholds Norman Castles Welsh princes.