Sunday, 18 April 2010

The Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd

The Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd refers to a UNESCO-designated site of patrimony located in Gwynedd, Wales.

In 1986, four castles related to the reign of King Edward I of England were proclaimed collectively as a World Heritage Site, as outstanding examples of fortifications and military architecture built in the 13th century.

Sites designated were:

  1. Beaumaris Castle, Anglesey
  2. Caernarfon Castle, Caernarfon
  3. Conwy Castle, Conwy
  4. Harlech Castle, Harlech