Dinas Emrys
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Vortigern's Stronghold & Merlin's First Prophecy
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Dinas Emrys is an ancient hill-fort, located on a knoll not far from
the village of Beddgelert. This is probably the most famous Dark Age site
in Wales. It stands in the romantic heart of Snowdonia, close to Yr Wydffa
itself. The fortress can be reached (after seeking permission at the nearby
farm) through the trees on the NE ridge. The origins of the fortress are
ascribed to Vortigern, in his most famous story. The ‘citadel’ is
linked to the outcrops by the first rampart wall, which also encloses the
Pool.
The sources tell us that Vortigern, hard pressed by his enemies, fled
westwards into Wales. He stopped at several places, looking for a secure
fortress to withstand those seeking him and await better times. The most
famous of these castles is Dinas Emrys in the north of Wales.
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