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Conwy is a county borough in north Wales with a population of around 110,000 and an area of 1,130 sq km.

Geography

The River Conwy rises in Snowdonia and flows through Betws-y-Coed to the Irish Sea by Conwy Castle. The borough straddles the traditional area of Caernarfonshire and Denbighshire.

Industry

A major centre of tourism in Wales. Conwy Castle attracts visitors from all over the World.

History

The borough was formed on April 1, 1996, from the districts of Aberconwy and Colwyn, as was originally known as Aberconwy and Colwyn. Its council renamed the district on April 2. Conwy Castle was built as part of Edward I's second campaign in North Wales. It was built between 1283 and 1289. Like many of the castles in the area, it was designed by James of St George, the greatest castle designer in Europe, although Richard of Chester was responsible for the initial stages. The castle is divided into two wards, with the inner ward being surrounded by four towers, each with turrets. An estimated £15,000 was spent building the castle and the town's defences, a hugh sum of money in those days.