- Week Eight - During the weekend, we had the opportunity to visit Wales through our Social Programme. Wales is a country in the southeast region of Great Britain. They are known for their famous Welsh Dragon and medieval castles. On our overnight visit, we got to see a variety of gorgeous landmarks in Caerleon and Cardiff. Although we were greeted with wind and rain our first night, the next day was bright and perfect for exploring. CAERLEON The town of Caerleon is located on the northern outskirts of Newport, Wales. There are many notable archaeological sites, some of which include the Roman Amphitheater, Roman Legion Museum and Roman Barracks. Although the Roman Amphitheater was closed due to muddy terrains, we had a chance to visit the other two sites which were in a short walking distance from one another. CARDIFF We took a short lunch stop in Cardiff, giving us some time to try Welsh cakes and buy souvenirs. Cardiff is the largest city and capital of Wales. Cardiff Castle and Cardiff Bay are some popular landmarks to visit when in the area. CAERPHILLY CASTLE This castle is a medieval fortress located in South Wales. It is the largest castle in Wales and was known for its large gatehouses and defense system. Doctor Who, a popular BBC sci-fi show, even shot a couple of episodes here! BIG PIT MINING MUSEUM This museum is an industrial heritage museum that was a real working mine in 1880 to 1980. We had the opportunity to dress up as miners and participate in an underground tour. The experience took us through the same footsteps of coal miners and taught us the history behind the mine. TINTERN ABBEY This abbey was probably the highlight of our trip! Being a national icon, Tintern Abbey is known to be the greatest monastic ruins in all of Wales. Founded in 1131 by Lord of Chepstow, the abbey served as a home for the community of monks and monastic servants. Being able to walk through the ruins was a surreal and educating experience that I would highly recommend to anyone that visits Wales! Our short trip to Wales was a fun experience that helped expand my knowledge of Great Britain. The country has so many cultural landmarks that served as a real-life glance into history. I hope to spend more time in Wales the next time I visit the UK!
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AKI'm truly grateful for this opportunity to study abroad and would like to share my experiences with all of you! Ranging from pre-departure tips to recommended travel destinations, I hope this blog will serve as a inspiration and reminder to always explore. Archives
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