... Amazing view from the beach of the mighty castle that dominates the Harlech skyline... perched on the edge of the cliff with spectacular views both the Irish Sea and Snowdonia mountain range.... the mountainous scenery is bound to be one of the main reasons Edward I decided to build another of his impressive fortresses here over 700 years ago, offering some incredible views out to the surrounding hills and valleys... structurally complete and an excellent example of an almost complete gatehouse and amazing battlement walk... it offers a good insight into what life might have been like inside the castle years ago... one of the best preserved castles in Wales despite some historical attempts to destroy it... with lovely National Parks stamps👍... Thanks a lot Barry!! (✿◠‿◠) I'm glad to hear from you after such a long time... hope you achieve your goal to complete walking the whole path💪... must be a great outdoor adventure!
Harlech Castle is a 13thC castle, constructed on the orders of England’s King Edward I. It was built as part of a defensive ring of castles designed to help strengthen English control over Wales.
The castle is a good example of a concentric castle. It had an outer and inner wall for extra protection, and was also almost symmetrical in shape. It is protected by 4 huge round towers, as well as a strong gatehouse, or entrance.
The castle walls are 12 metres high and several metres thick in places.
Harlech Castle played an important role during the Wars of the Roses in the 15thC. During the Wars of the Roses, the castle came under siege in 1461, and withstood for seven years. Supplies came by water from Ireland. This is the longest siege in British history and is probably the origin of the song Men of Harlech.
Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd became a UNESCO WHS site in 1986.
Stamps:
National Parks
(Issued 14-01-2021)
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