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Powys (/ˈpoʊ.ɪs/ or /ˈpaʊ.ɪs/;Welsh: [ˈpowɪs]) is a principal area, local-government county and preserved county in Mid Wales. It is named after the successor Kingdom of Powys, which formed after the Romans withdrew from Britain.
Powys covers the historic counties of Montgomeryshire and Radnorshire, most of Brecknockshire (Breconshire), and a small part of Denbighshire — an area of 5,179 km² (2,000 sq miles), making it the largest county in Wales by land area.
It is bounded to the north by Gwynedd, Denbighshire and Wrexham; to the west by Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire; to the east by Shropshire and Herefordshire; and to the south by Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr Tydfil, Caerphilly, Blaenau Gwent, Monmouthshire and Neath Port Talbot.
Most of Powys is mountainous, with north-south transport being difficult.
The majority of the Powys population lives in villages and small towns. The largest towns are Newtown, Ystradgynlais, Brecon, and Welshpool with populations of 12,783, 9,004, 7,901 and 6,269 respectively (2001). Powys has the lowest population density of all the principal areas of Wales.
The Kingdom of Powys was a Welsh successor state, petty kingdom and principality that emerged during the Middle Ages following the end of Roman rule in Britain. Based on the Romano-British tribal lands of the Ordovices in the west and the Cornovii in the east, its boundaries originally extended from the Cambrian Mountains in the west to include the modern West Midlands region of England in the east. The fertile river valleys of the Severn and Tern are found here, and this region is referred to in later Welsh literature as "the Paradise of Powys".
The name Powys is thought to derive from Latin pagus 'the countryside' and pagenses 'dwellers in the countryside', also the origins of French "pays" and English "peasant". During the Roman Empire, this region was organised into a Roman province, with the capital at Viroconium Cornoviorum (modern Wroxeter), the fourth-largest Roman city in Britain. An entry in the Annales Cambriae concerning the death of King Cadell ap Elisedd says that the land later called Powys was originally known as Ternyllwg.
one big fight between 2 armies with almost the same number of man....a fight between 2 kingdoms competing for west-londen
Part 1 of the new Age of Charlemagne DLC, playing as the Kingdom of Mercia! Timestamps: Kingdom of Powys @ Mathrafal - 16:19 Kingdom of Gwynedd @ Chester - 29:52 Kingdom of Powys @ Chester - 50:02 Please Thumbs Up, leave Comments/Suggestions on my campaign below, and Subscribe to my channel to get the latest videos! -------------------------- Email: havoc@havokandknack.com Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/hforhavoc Twitter: https://twitter.com/hforhavoc Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HforHavoc If you would like to help support my channel, I use PayPal @ floydab@gmail.com. Donations are NEVER expected, ever, but are ALWAYS appreciated. I am now partnered with Kensho Network! Go check them out at Kensho Network, and if you need a partnership and have 300 views a month, click the referra...
The little church in the hills., Trelystan is a remarkable, beautiful place, feels as though you are removed from time. It is the only remaining timber framed church left in Wales, United Kingdom. Perched in the Powys hills, tucked away in a secret valley. Hope you enjoy, and if you are ever the neck of the woods, it is well worthwhile a visit.
Dr Andy Seaman discusses his research into the Dinas Powys hill fort in Wales and how this feeds into his teaching.
Colas Railfreight 56094 with a rake of empty log wagons collected from the Barry Rail Depot where they had been stored, passes through Dinas Powys on a trip to Cardiff Canton sidings on 3/06/2013
Black Mountain Lodge - Special club price! - http://hoteltips.net/black-mountain-lodge This lovely, old stone building is at the foothills of the Black Mountains amid beautiful countryside and views of the Brecon Beacons. It has a restful feel, comfortable rooms and a free Wi-Fi zone. The oldest part of Black Mountain Lodge is believed to date back to the 17th century. It has ample free parking and a bar and restaurant open from 18:00 to 21:30 on Fridays and Saturdays. From Sunday to Thursday, it is open from 18:00 to 21:00. The Lodge is in the village of Glasbury, between Brecon and Hay-on-Wye, and is ideal for a peaceful country break. A wide of range of activities is available in the local area.
Kilsby Country House - Book it now! Save up to 20% - http://hotelsale.club/kilsby-country-house In stunning countryside, the 4-star Kilsby Country House provides fine bed & breakfast accommodation, with free Wi-Fi. Llanwrtyd Wells is just 1 miless away. Kilsby Country House offers spacious rooms with private bathroom facilities. There is an open-plan living room and a breakfast room with stunning views. A self-catering, fully equipped double or twin cottage is also available. Surrounded by open rugged countryside, Kilsby is an ideal place to stay for guests who are interested in walking, mountain biking, fishing or bird watching/bird photography. Off-road free parking is available. Llanwrtyd Wells, with its local pubs and restaurants, is just 1 mile away.
Castle Pren Lodges - Book it now! - http://hoteltips.net/castle-pren-lodges Castle Pren Lodges is located in Llanbister, just 22 miles from Ludlow. The property features a hot tub. Hereford is 29 miles away. The accommodation is equipped with a sitting and dining area. There is also a kitchen, fitted with an oven, toaster and refrigerator. A stovetop and kettle are also available. Every unit has a private bathroom with a bathtub or shower. Brecon is 27 miles from Castle Pren Lodges.
One of our earlier videos before the addition of a microphone...Jayson has an impressive (and a little bit noisy on this video) marine fish tank that was just eating electricity. The Solar Plants installation has helped mitigate the cost of his expensive hobby!
Travel Guide: Top 10 luxury lodges ideal for a superbly stylish staycation this summer ook a brand new Surf Lodge at Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park in Devon and enjoy free surf board and wet suit hire. Take the high road to Scotland and get away from it all in a cabin at Loch Tay Highland Lodges in Perthshire. Slip away to the peace and quiet of Slaley Hall QLodges in beautiful Northumberland Fetch your own eggs for breakfast and fish in a private pool at your laidback holiday home in Llanidloes in Powys, Mid Wales. This old-school family favourite has been getting rave reviews for its lodges at West Lakes Chalet Village in Minehead White Cross Bay Holiday Park sits in idyllic woodland, where local residents include red deer and rabbits The family will feel they’re on cloud nine when they st...
Create your own video on http://studio.stupeflix.com/?w=1 ! Intersection of King Street, Newtown with Enmore Road, close to Newtown railway station. South end of King Street, Newtown. Visible in the distance are the iconic brickworks chimneys of Sydney Park. King Street and Newtown train station from a coloured postcard approximately 1906. Newtown's reputation as a retail precinct was established early. Marcus Clark, one of Australias leading retailers was based there. Warren Ball Avenue, Newtown: 19th Century mansion terraces. Victorian-era terrace houses, Gum and Jacaranda trees in South Newtown. Lovingly restored grand 19th Century house, South Newtown. Newtown Court House. Newtown Post Office. St George's Hall. Newtown Railway Station. Newtown railway station. The New Theatre. Cafe at ...
Eco Travel Network Limited provides fun, lightweight, eco friendly travel across the Brecon Beacons National Park. Visitors to the Brecon Beacons are welcome to hire one of our starter fleet of Renault Twizys from local tourist business partners across the Park. It provides a friendly charging network across the area with people who have a vision for funky eco transport and are happy to provide you with power to charge your Twizy. This network also provides our visitors with an interesting choice of attractions to visit, activities to try and places to eat and drink. -- This video was produced by Greentraveller for the Powys County Council.
A wonderful, unique and exclusive wedding venue and conference venue in the heart of the Brecon Beacons. Read about Brynich's Farm Cottages here: http://www.greentraveller.co.uk/accommodation/brynich-farm-cottages-brecon-beacons-powys-wales-uk And more about fantastic places to stay and eat, and things to do and see, in the Greentraveller guide to Mid Wales: http://www.greentraveller.co.uk/green-holidays-mid-wales -- This video is part of a series produced by Greentraveller showcasing green tourism businesses in Powys, Wales.
Drover Holidays offer walking, cycling and mountain biking holidays. For self-guided trips, they organise your accommodation, provide maps and directions and move your luggage while you walk or ride each day. Itineraries include popular long distance routes like Offa's Dyke, Lon Las Cymru and Sarn Helen as well as tours they've created themselves to bring you the best bits of Wales. Guided walking, cycling and mountain biking tours. Escorted group tours are a great way to make new friends, and with your own tour leader to guide the way there's no need to worry about map-reading, trailside repairs or choosing which local beer to try in the pub! Read about more fantastic activities in Powys in the Greentraveller guide to Mid Wales: http://www.greentraveller.co.uk/mid-wales-activities -- ...
A beautiful farmhouse with exposed beams, an inglenook fireplace, comfortable beds, wonderful showers and plentiful breakfasts. Enjoy mountain views and a variety of birds. A great place to relax, unwind and escape. Read Greentraveller's review of Gwaenynog Farmhouse: http://www.greentraveller.co.uk/search?keys=gwaenynog -- This video is part of a series produced by Greentraveller showcasing green tourism businesses in Powys, Wales.
8 Cottages in 400 acres of a private working woodland, 10 miles from Llyn Brianne Resevoir where you drive through the famous Devil's Staircase, visit Elan Valley and walk through acres of open land to the Drygan (641m). The cottages are set in a beautiful unspoilt Welsh valley and private working woodland where you will find open land to explore, three mountain bike trails, playtrail, games room, landscaped lake and many walking routes. For over 25 years these traditional Welsh slate and stone cottages have provided a warm and comfortable base to explore the beauty and attractions of Mid Wales. Read about more wonderful places to stay in Powys in the Greentraveller guide to Mid Wales: http://www.greentraveller.co.uk/mid-wales-places-stay --- This video is part of a series produced by...
Brecon Beacon's National Park in South Wales covers five hundred and nineteen square miles and is of course centered on the Brecon Beacon range of hills. The park was established in 1957 and it straddles some of the finest landscapes in the British Isles; with wild hills, lakes and water falls to explore. But to many visitors it's the park's remoteness which is its greatest charm, it's a real taste of the great outdoors. Recently the western half of the park has been designated a Geopark -- a place renowned for its geology. There are only half a dozen of these Geoparks in the whole of United Kingdom. Mining here was once an economic mainstay. Iron and coal were taken from these hills to help fire the industrial revolution. A feature of the Geopark are its waterfalls, but not all are above ...
You are the black abyss
Nocturnal wish for sin
I crave for your shadow
Thirsty Goddes of Dream…
Starless space starry abyss
my pain and moon's way
I crave for your shadow
Thirsty Goddes of Dream…
Moon dust on your faces
is only the beginning of sin.
My lips touch the unholy ground
of my kingdom
I'm coming back…
You are the desire for my breath
The phantom and mirrors' reflection
my hands are blooming
as I touch your lips
Your kiss penetrates my mouth
your possession at my source
sips the blood
- I'm already near -