A guide to Wales, highlighting attractions, history, and visitor information.
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 Medieval Abbeys and Monasteries in WalesMap of medieval monasteries in Wales The vast majority of monastic establishments in Wales belonged to the Cistercian order. This was partly due to the encouragement of the Norman invaders of Wales, who saw in the French-based order a means of lessening the influence of Welsh Celtic Christianity. The Cistercians generally opted for a life of simplicity and hard work in remote and inaccessible areas, though this did not stop them from building very profitable monastic houses and owning vast tracts of territory.
WALES TRAVEL GUIDE ATTRACTIONS IN WALES BY TYPE OF ATTRACTION
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HISTORY CORNERName the Historic attractionBritish Heritage AwardsCelebrate the best of British Heritage in our annual British History QuizThis Day in British History20 June, 1756 Black Hole of Calcutta Siraj-ud-Daula takes Calcutta and throws British captives into a small dungeon. 120 of the captives die. Monarch Mayhem
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