Conwy

When England conquered Wales in 1283, Edward I had four castles built at strategic locations. Conwy Castle is one of the best preserved. Along with the others at Beaumaris, Caernarfon, and Harlech, it is designated a World Heritage site. The Welsh tried to force the English out of Conwy, but were defeated after a two month failed siege attempt. In 1401, Rhys ap Tudur and his brother Gwilym dressed as carpenters to gain access to the castle and successfully launched a surprise attack. They killed the watchmen and took control of the castle, while other Welsh rebels took the town. They held strong for three months before negotiating a surrender. In December 2023, Condé Nast selected Conwy Castle as the most stunning un Europe.Read more