This is a small town in the Northern part of Cornwall County. Tintagel which is pronounced Tint-a-jel is surrounded in legend. According to many legends this is where King Arthur was born also where the famed lovers Tristan and Isolde lived. According to legend they are buried near the town.
The castle is surrounded by sea which is a strong fortification from invaders. The town is from the Cornish word Dintagel which means 'fort of constriction'.
The old post office in town which dates from the 14th century
The walk to the castle (Tintagel Castle). It is extremely steep. You should be somewhat fit to be trekking on foot around here
Ruins of Tintagel Castle
The steep staircases that are used to climb the two islands that make up the castle. There is a footbridge that connects the two parts. Lots of stairs and climbing. Be sure to bring lots of water and have some level of fitness.
View to the other island as seen from the castle
Some staircases that are on the island
The medieval gardening area, where the ladies of the court would have gardened.
The castle's chapel
The main hall of the castle which was on the highest point.
Merlin's cave
Cornish crab sandwich, chips and a salad
Found this jewel in a local pub while waiting for my bus
The island containing portions of the castle and its lands from the Camelot Hotel
The portion of the castle that isn't part of the island- contains the main hall and gatehouse.
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