Well here we are at Dryslwyn Castle.
This castle of mainly 12th century construction played a pivotal part in welsh history.
Dryslwyn Castle (Welsh: Castell y Dryslwyn) is a native Welsh castle, sited on a rocky hill roughly halfway between Llandeilo and Carmarthen in Wales. It stands on high ground overlooking the Tywi Valley with extensive views. It was built in about the 1220s by one of the princes of the kingdom of Deheubarth, and changed hands several times in the struggles between the Welsh and English over the ensuing centuries. It is considered one of the most important remaining structures built by a Welsh chieftain and is a Grade I listed building. But to me it was a place to play when young and a place of quiet contemplation when older.
Castle viewed from alongside the Towy
This is how i remember this castle, looking out on the Towy valley. Always an inspiring sight.
