Tenby: Little Town of Fishes
Posted by Denise on August 4th, 2008
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Photo Credit: The walled town of Tenby in South Wales, also known as Dinbych-y-Pysgod (”little town of fishes”) is made of pretty pastel-colored buildings that stand along cliffs and bays. It is also one of Wales’ most popular tourist spots, located west of Swansea.
It was founded during the Norman Conquest and was built in 1093. It was not renowned as a tourist spot until the Victorian era, when it became popular as a spa. Today, it is still one of the most famous holiday destinations, probably because it offers relaxation and wonderful family holidays.
The quaint town is filled with cobbled streets where you can find shops and cafes to your heart’s content. You can also visit Caldey Island, a Cistercian Monastery just off the coast. They are known as producers of a number of things including heavenly chocolate, ice cream, yogurt and clotted cream. There’s also a 15th-century town house, the Tudor Merchant’s House, as well as the Tenby Museum and Art Gallery.
The most important thing to remember about Tenby is that there are numerous shops hidden in alleys where you might just find some gorgeous treasure. Maybe your first stop should be the Caldy Island gift shop.
For more information on Caldy Island, click here.
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