CADIFF CITY TOUR

Cardiff, also known as Caerdydd in Welsh, serves as both a city and a county within the Welsh unitary authority system of local government.
It is located on the Bristol Channel, at the mouth of the River Taff, approximately 150 miles (240 km) west of London.
The origins of its name are debated, but it likely stems from an English corruption of the original Welsh title Caer-Taff (meaning “Fort on the Taff”).
The Romans established a small fort there in the 1st century CE, where the Gloucester-Carmarthen road crossed the Taff. Over time, this site evolved into the present stone-enclosed Cardiff Castle.
The town of Cardiff began its continuous existence with the arrival of the Normans in the 11th century.
Cardiff Castle became the base of the lords of Glamorgan, governing the county on behalf of the English crown for the next 450 years.
By 1150, a stone shell keep (a masonry replacement for a wooden palisade crowning the motte) was erected on the mound-a remarkable surviving example of its kind in the country.
Outside the castle, a small walled town grew, benefiting from trading privileges as a staple port.
The castle and lordship eventually came into the possession of various historical figures, including Richard III, Henry VII, and Henry VIII.
In the 16th century, King Edward VI created a new title, Lord of Cardiff and Keeper of Cardiff Castle, which was granted to the Herbert family of South Wales.
The influential Bute family significantly shaped Cardiff’s development. They renovated the turreted castle into a residence, adding spectacular mock medieval towers and spires in the late 19th century, designed by architect William Burges.
In 1947, Cardiff Castle and its extensive parkland were given to the city of Cardiff, becoming an emblematic landmark.
Cardiff Castle stands as a medieval fortress and Victorian Gothic revival mansion in the heart of Cardiff’s city center.
Its origins trace back to the late 11th century when Norman invaders built a motte and bailey castle atop a 3rd-century Roman fort.
The castle has witnessed various historical events and architectural transformations.
During the Victorian era, opulent interiors were added, which visitors can explore today.
The castle’s rich history, stunning architecture, and picturesque surroundings make it a must-visit attraction in Cardiff34.
Whether you’re drawn to ancient history, architectural marvels, or simply want to immerse yourself in the past, Cardiff City and Cardiff Castle offer a captivating journey through time!