Start your observation of the city from visiting Castell Coch, which is known as the most prominent monument of the Victorian era. The beautiful building looks like an illustration of a children’s fairy tale. The castle built on a large hill can be safely called the most spectacular architectural landmark of Cardiff. Quite a notable fact - the first fortification on the site of the castle was built yet in the 9th century. Later the old castle was completely destroyed, and the ruins of the predecessor were the main building material in construction of a new fortress.
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Among other symbols of the city we simply cannot fail to mention Bute Park. Several centuries ago it was a private arboretum that belonged to the family of Marquis of Bute. Today this natural attraction is open to the public and is a favorite place of relaxation for both locals and visitors.
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Plan your own excursion through Cardiff: churches, museums and castles
National Museum Cardiff, Cardiff
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» National Museum Cardiff is divided into sections. One of them will tell you about Neanderthals populating these lands over 200 000 years ago. The other one represents local plants. In the third section, you can see pieces of applied arts. There is also a desk that provides information about geological novelties. You can also see meteorites and moon rocks. » The gallery gives information about the animal origin and the first representatives of flora and fauna of the region. You can view the sophisticated skeletons of prehistoric animals.
» The natural-science history exhibition is focused on the period from the early development of the Universe, whatever it had been 200 million years ago, and to the modernity.
» In a total area of 1 000 m2, you can see interesting fossils and military equipment of the Bronze Age. There are also findings of the ice age and the Roman Era.
» The rooms of the art gallery house canvasses of impressionists and paintings of famous European masters.
» Not only permanent, but also temporary exhibitions are held here. Different events and family celebrations are organized here too.
Llandaff Cathedral, Cardiff
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» The cult construction is named after the place where it is located. In it, there is the headquarters of the city diocese. » The church was built on the plateau many years ago. It is proved by the Celtic Cross found here. There was a shelter even before the Normans (people of the North) had come here.
» The temple was built in the 12th century. Then, the tower with a cone spire was constructed near it.
» The Anglican building was reconstructed in the 50s of the last century. Original windows were replaced by stained glass.
» Before, the building was damaged by the falling shell during the Second World War.
» The opening ceremony in 1960 was visited by the Queen.
» Many people come here to listen to the updated organ. The old one was affected by lightning. According to some data, the new musical instrument cost £1.5 million.
» In the House of God, there is a chapel with 12 bells sounding differently.
» Llandaff Cathedral is also famous for men and maidens’ choir.
» The interior of Llandaff Cathedral attracts with a concrete arch with the aluminum figurine of Christ.
» Near the cathedral, there is an outbuilding, an aisle named after the Mother of God. There is also an altar and a desk for services.
Castell Coch , Cardiff
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» The red castle resembles a fantasy building with its architecture combining different styles, Victorian and Gothic. » The oval construction has several round towers of different height. The unusual house is located on the hilltop. It has thick fortification walls. The patterned roof contrasts with outbuildings.
» To enter the castle, you can cross the lift bridge. The entrance is protected with a movable grille.
» The stone building was last rebuilt in the late 19th century. The architect reconstructed the medieval castle.
» Castell Coch (translated as “red”) was built at the site of the former fortress of the 13th century.
» You should visit the Red Castle to feel the atmosphere of the Middle Ages. In the audience hall that belonged to the noble family, there is the wonderful collection of picturesque canvasses and antique items. In the living room, there is a fireplace made by a famous master.
» The former owner almost did not live in the new house although it made significant investments in its reconstruction. The Marquis passed his property to the state.
» The building is very attractive and appeared in many fantastic films due to its picturesque landscape.
Cardiff Castle, Cardiff
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» The excavation proved that Cardiff Castle is over 2 000 years old. » Originally, it was an ancient Roman fortress. Later, the building served as a legal agency. Then, the noble family purchased the construction. Upon the order of the last owner, the fortress was turned into a mansion with a lot of halls.
» It houses the collection that has a historical value. Its interior impresses with multiple stained glass windows, sophisticated braided moldings, sculptures, painted walls, and carved ceilings. All the interior elements are thoroughly designed.
» Near the castle, there is a big parking area.
» Cardiff is the building complex. It consists of a castle, a Gothic mansion, a clock tower, and a house called “Norman Donjon”.
» The high pedestal leads to the fortress. Its doorways are narrow and zigzag.
» Fortress walls are heavy stone. They are decorated with flags. You can see a red dragon in the midst of the white and green canvass.
» There is a smoking room in the tower. The ceiling looks like a casket. It is decorated with colorful figurines of women that symbolize the morning, midday, evening and night.
» The children’s bedroom is decorated with fabulous paintings.
Millennium Stadium, Cardiff
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» The city stadium accommodates up to 75 000 sports fans. It serves as a home arena for training of the national rugby and Welsh football teams. The field is covered with natural grass. » Since 2016, the sports ground has been officially called the Principality Stadium.
» The covered pavilion has a removable roof. It covers the entire stadium including spectators’ seats and the field. The rood is supported by 4 poles. The closing process lasts 20 minutes.
» It was opened in 1999, at the beginning of the new millennium. This is why the stadium is called the Millennium. Not only matches, but also different cultural events are held here.
» Everyone can visit the huge building if no important events are organized.
» The construction is seen from a distance of 3 000 km from Earth.
» The Millennium belongs to the Wales National Rugby Union. To clean the plot for the complex, the old stadium, the pool, and the Telecom House were dismantled. The complex had been built for 24 months. Its creators invested £121 million in the project.
» The stadium complex also includes 27 stores, 17 first-aid posts, and 15 pubs.