daff, Bangor, St Asaph, Llanbadarn, and Margam. It has had a greater number of prelates than any other see in the kingdom, and has numbered among its bishops Bull, Lowth, Horsley, Burgess, &c. The shrine of St David's, in ancient times, acquired the highest celebrity, and in the list of monarchs who resorted to it are to be included the names of William the Conqueror, Henry II., Edward I., Eleanor, his Queen, &c. Population of parish, 2463. One mile west from St David's is the shell of St Stephen's Chapel, commanding an extensive view of Whitsand Bay, in which stand six dangerous rocks called the Bishop and his Clerks. About 15 miles from St David's is Fishguard, situated on a bay of St George's Channel, forming an excellent harbour. In this and the adjoining parish are extensive quarries of excellent slate. Population of parish, 2013. About 64 miles from Fishguard is Newport, where are the ruins of a castle. In the vicinity are several Druidical remains. About 10 miles from Newport is the town of Cardigan, one mile before which are the ruins of Dogmael's Priory. The village of Dogmael is a remarkably picturesque object. CARDIGAN, the county-town of Cardiganshire, is situated near the mouth of the Tyvi. It carries on a considerable coasting trade. The principal buildings are, the church, a venerable structure; the town hall; the gaol; and an ancient bridge of seven arches. On a low cliff, at the foot of the bridge, are the ruins of the A mansion has castle, once a strong fortress, but destroyed in the civil wars. been erected, by Mr Bowen, on the site of the keep, the dungeons of which serve for cellars. Cardigan returns 1 M.P., and gives the title of Earl to the family of Brudenell. Population in 1841, 2925. The Tyvi is celebrated for the richness of its scenery, particularly between Cardigan and Kilgerran Castle. From Cardigan to Haverfordwest is 26 miles, Narberth, 26, Newcastle Emlyn, 10. About 22 miles from Cardigan is Aberaeron, a neat little sea-port, pleasantly situated at the mouth of the river Aeron, a stream celebrated for its trout and salmon. The scenery of this vale is particularly beautiful. Sixteen miles from Aberaeron is Aberystwith, whence the tourist may proceed by Machynlleth, Dol gelly, &c. See p. 113. an ancient town situated at the junction of the Gavenny with the Usk. The ruins of the castle, which is in a very dilapidated state, form a very picturesque object. The church of St Mary was the chapel belonging to the priory, and contains many ancient monuments. The free grammar-school was founded in the reign of Henry VIII. The trade of the place has greatly declined, but during summer it is much frequented by visitors. Near Abergavenny is the sugar-loaf mountain, 1852 feet above the level of the sea. The ascent is easy, and the summit commands an extensive and beautiful prospect. Pop. of par. 4953. To Hereford, 24 m. Hill Ho., W. Hill, Esq. 339 Pentre Inn. a small but pretty town on Tretower. 391 41 To Merthyr Tydvil, 14| miles. 46 57 is delightfully situated at the confluence of the Houdda with the Usk; hence the British name of the town Aberhoudda. The objects chiefly deserving of attention are the ruins of the castle, consisting of some remains of the "Keep" called "Ely-Tower," so named from Dr Morton, bishop of Ely, who was confined here by Richard III., and the scene of the conference of the bishop with the Duke of Buckingham: the scanty remains of the priory founded in the reign of Henry I.: the Church of St John, at the end of which is a beautiful Saxon stone font: St Mary's Church, with a steeple 90 feet in height: St David's Church, on the north bank of the Usk; and Christchurch College, once a Dominican priory, attached to which is a free grammar-school. There are also several meeting-houses and charitable institutions. The ancient mansion called the priory, occupied by Colonel Wood, is the property of the Marquis of Camden. Mrs Siddons was a native of Brecon. One M. P. Pop. 5354. mouths of the Rheidol and It was once fortified with The castle, situated west a sea-port, borough, and market-town, situated at the the Ystwith. It is the largest town in the county. walls, a portion of which still remains on the shore. of the town on a rock projecting into the sea, was founded in 1109 by Gilbert De Strongbow. It was afterwards destroyed, but was rebuilt in 1277 by Edward I. It was a fortress of great strength, and once the residence of Cadwallader. It was finally destroyed by Cromwell. The ruin is now the property of the Duke of Newcastle. The town contains two churches and several meetinghouses, assembly rooms, a chalybeate spring, a library, baths, a theatre, &c. The castle house was built by the late Sir Uvedale Price of Foxley, after designs by Nash. Aberystwith has a considerable coasting trade in corn, lead, oak, bark, and butter. It is much frequented for sea-bathing. Extensive walks have been formed in the vicinity. There are several lead mines in this neighbourhood, so rich in silver that the district is called by the Welch Potosi From the Gogerddan mines, at present unworked and little known, Sir H Myddleton accumulated the wealth which he expended in his great undertaking of bringing the new river to London. Aberystwith unites with Cardigan, Adpar, and Lampeter in returning one M. P. Pop. 4916. About 3 miles distant is Nanteos, Colonel Powell, M. P., and Lord-Lieutenant of the county, and Gogerddan Pryse Pryse, Esq. M.P. for the boroughs. 2424 Junction of the road. 136 To Towyn, 11 miles. Esgairgeiliog. 239 139 Enter Merionthsh. situated in a fertile valley on the river Wnion, surrounded by mountains, and greatly celebrated for its beautiful scenery. It is much frequented by persons making excursions of pleasure, and there is perhaps no place in the principality whence so many excursions may be advantageously made. Those mostly taken are to Machynlleth, the waterfalls, Barmouth, Cader Idris, Dinas Mowddwy, thence to Bala, over the mountains, and back through the vale in which the Dee rises. Owen Glyndwr assembled his Parliament at Dolgelly in 1404. Some Roman coins have been found in this vicinity, bearing this inscription, IMP. CÆSAR TRAIAN. A considerable trade in coarse cloth is carried on at Dolgelly. Pop. of town, 3695. Near Dolgelly is Cader Idris, in height the second mountain in Wales. The summit is 2850 feet above the town. Its ascent is much easier than that of Snowdon, and its summit, in a clear day, commands a view more than 400 miles in circumference. Two miles from Dolgelly is Nannau, once the residence of Hawel Lele, an inveterate enemy of Owen Glyndwr. It was the ancient seat of the family Nannau, but is now the mansion of Sir R. W. Vaughan, Bart. In the upper part of the park are the remains of a British fort. Ten miles distant from Dolgelly is Barmouth, one of the most frequented watering-places in Wales. The intervening scenery is remarkably grand. From Dolgelly to Bala, 18 miles; to Harleigh, 18 miles. 202 Pontaberglassllyn 176 The summit of Snowdon 2014 Bddgelert (Caernar is 3571 feet above the level 1944 vonshire.) Here guides may be procur- To Crickieth, 114 m., to Caernarvon by Llanfyllin, 25 miles. The surrounding scenery is remarkably sublime and picturesque. 177 Persons wishing to as 184 189 cend Snowdon from Caernarvon should proceed to the village of Dol Badarn, and there procure a guide. 189 Beltws. CAERNARVON, an ancient town, situated To Pwllheli, 22 miles, Some fragments of the walls of the ancient city still remain. Near the Leiont was a strong fort, long the residence of the British princes. The principal object of interest is the castle erected by Edward I. The external walls are nearly entire, and are from 8 to 10 feet thick. This castle was the birth-place of Ed ward II. The room in which he was born is still shown. It was taken and re |