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A
site
dedicated to Adelina Patti the famous opera soprano, who's castle
and estate at Craig-y-Nos are popular Swansea Valley
attractions. www.opera-singer.co.uk |
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Cefn-yr-Erw
Primate Sanctuary, cares for rescued chimpanzees, gibbons,
baboons and wolves. Accommodation and restaurant with
vegetarian specialities. www.cefn-yr-erw.fsnet.co.uk
desk@cefn-yr-erw.fsnet.co.uk |
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The
National Showcaves Centre for Wales, near
Abercrave, offer the opportunity to travel back in time and see
magnificent caverns, an iron age village and dinosaur park. The
Cathedral Cave, Dan-yr-Ogof and Bone Caves can all be visited by the
general public and there is an interesting geological museum. www.showcaves.co.uk
james@showcaves.co.uk |
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Craig-yNos
Castle, the
former estate of Adelina Patti the famous opera diva, has now been
tastefully restored as a hotel and conference centre. It hosts
weddings, conferences and meetings for up to 200 persons. Everything
for the discerning guest is available on site, including banqueting
and entertainment facilities as well as a varied choice of
accommodation which includes a lovely bridal suite. www.craigynoscastle.com
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Craig-y-Nos
Country Park is managed by Brecon Beacons National Park
Authority. It comprises much of the former estate of Craig-y-Nos
Castle the former home of Adelina Patti the famous opera
singer. It is said to contain every type of tree indigenous to the
British Isles and its gardens, lakes and river walks are enhanced by
stunning views of the castle. http://www.breconbeacons.org/english/visitor-cyn01.html |
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The
Sleeping Giant is
a well known landmark in the Swansea Valley, overlooking Abercrave.
The hillside known as The Cribbarth, when viewed from the A 4067
road just South of Abercrave, has the form of a sleeping giant.
Legend says he will awaken and come to the aid of the people when
they are in need. www.sleeping-giant.info |
This
Swansea Valley Web-site is sponsored by Craig-y-Nos Castle, the
ideal place to stay when visiting the area.