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Harlech Castle

In or near Q1024935.

Harlech Castle — castle in Harlech, Gwynedd, Wales.

Harlech Castle

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Harlech Castle is a castle in north. Established 1283. (Castle in Harlech, Gwynedd, Wales.) Wikipedia notes: "Harlech Castle in Harlech, Gwynedd, Wales, is a Grade I listed medieval fortification built onto a rocky knoll close to the Irish Sea. It was built by Edward I during his invasion of Wales between 1282 and 1289 at the relatively modest cost of £8,190.". Coordinates 52.8600°, -4.1092°. Sources are credited at the bottom of this page.

Coordinates
52.8600, -4.1092
Established
1283
Official site
cadw.gov.wales

Sources

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