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Was Cardiff castle built on a hill?

The original keep of Cardiff Castle was built on a motte, which was a small hill. The castle was extended around this, however, and most of it was not above the surrounding countryside.


Who lived in Cardiff castle during medievil times?

Robert FitzHamon is said to have built and lived in it during the 1000s. (He began building it in 1080).


Did the medieval times castle have dungons?

Generally, yes. Remember that the knight or duke who owns the castle is generally also the local law enforcement authority; the "dungeon" is also the jail.


How long did it take the bute family to build Cardiff castle?

Construction on Cardiff Castle was begun in 1091 by a man named Robert Fitzhamon. The castle was a possession of the de Clare, le Despencer, and Beauchamp families during the next few centuries, and finally passed became the property of John Stuart, who was the third Earl of Bute. There were a number of Reconstruction projects in the early nineteenth century. In 1869, the third Marquess of Bute began an extensive reconstruction that might be regarded as a rebuilding, and this reconstruction continued through following generations until at least 1927.


When wasCardiff built?

Cardiff, the capital city of Wales, has its origins dating back to Roman times, around 75 AD when a fort was established at the site. The development of the town progressed significantly during the medieval period, particularly after the construction of Cardiff Castle in the 11th century. The city was officially granted the status of a city in 1905 and became the capital of Wales in 1955.