The Little Book of Welsh Landmarks - Couverture souple

Rees, Mark

 
9781803998602: The Little Book of Welsh Landmarks
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 1803998601 ISBN 13 : 9781803998602
Editeur : The History Press Ltd, 2025

Synopsis

Did you know?

  • The Wales Coast Path is the only continuous footpath in the world that runs the entire length of a country’s coastline, a staggering 870 miles.

  • Wales is home to the largest concentration of medieval castles in the UK, with four iconic castles – Caernarfon, Conwy, Harlech and Beaumaris – designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • St Davids, home to an awe-inspiring cathedral surrounded by Pembrokeshire’s rugged coastal beauty, is Britain’s smallest city.

  • Laugharne, with its stunning views of the Tâf Estuary, inspired Dylan Thomas’s Under Milk Wood, written in his iconic Boathouse and Writing Shed.

From the towering peaks of Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) to the stunning Wales Coast Path, this captivating guide takes you on a fact-filled journey through Wales’s most iconic landmarks. Discover the country’s rich history at breathtaking World Heritage Sites, the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, legendary castles and sacred cathedrals. Step into the world of Welsh folklore as you explore secluded beaches, mystical rivers, and ancient landscapes tied to the myths of King Arthur, the Mabinogion, and other timeless tales.

Whether you’re exploring Cymru for the first time or rediscovering its wonders, this handy book offers fascinating insights into its culture, heritage, and the secrets woven into its legends.

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À propos de l?auteur

MARK REES is the arts writer for Wales' largest selling newspaper, the South Wales Evening Post and also writes for several leading magazines and weekly titles, including Swansea Life. Outside of print, he is a member of the Wales Theatre Awards judging panel, hosts a monthly arts show on local radio, has presented three documentaries on Welsh culture and, as a fluent Welsh language speaker, plays an active role at the National Eisteddfod. He lives in Port Talbot.

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Éditeur
The History Press Ltd
Date d'édition
2025
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1803998601
ISBN 13 
9781803998602
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
192
Coordonnées du fabricant
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Personne responsable
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9780750989053: The Little Book of Welsh Landmarks

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ISBN 10 :  075098905X ISBN 13 :  9780750989053
Editeur : The History Press Ltd, 2018
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