Conwy Castle

13th century1283UK (Wales)

CountryUK (Wales)

RegionConwy

Period13th century

Year Built1283

About Conwy Castle

Built by Edward I during his conquest of Wales. A masterpiece of medieval military architecture. The walls stretch for 1.3 km with 21 towers. Cost 15,000 pounds, a massive sum in 1283. One of the finest surviving medieval fortifications in Europe.

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