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Cardiff Castle stands impressively in the heart of the city. The flamboyant design is actually a relatively modern creation (1867 - 1875). The Marquess of Bute, phenomenally wealthy from the coal fortunes of the Industrial Revolution, funded the reconstruction of the castle by the architect William Burges.
From the exterior, the extravagant design is clearly displayed in the 150ft high Clock Tower (shown left). The interior rooms are sumptuous if rather gaudy, reflecting the confidence and glory of the Victorian era.
It should be noted, though, that not all of Cardiff Castle is modern fakery: in the centre of the grounds stands the Norman keep dating to the 12th century.
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