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Cardiff City Guide, including hotels

The Welsh capital, Cardiff, is really a city on the move. Home to over 350, 000 people, this city underwent a tremendous and progressive development over a period of time. It is home to an impressive coal empire and has evolved into one of Europe's most beautiful maritime cities, embraced by lovely countryside. Of all the major reconstruction that the city has witnessed, a prominent mention should be given to the impressive appearance of the Millenium Stadium, which greets you as you come out from the railway station. The Millenium Stadium dominates the skyline on the western edge of the city center and is home to many major sporting and entertainment events.

If you visit Cardiff, you are sure to be impressed by the peaceful and carefree life that greets you. The city is famous for its quality of life. Though most of its residents live in the suburbs, they have to travel only for 10 or 15 minutes by public or private transport to get to the city center. The suburbs have a unique charm akin to villages and hamlets that dreams are made of.

Places of interest:
Cardiff Castle: Also known as Castell Caerdydd, Cardiff Castle was founded in Roman times and became the foothold of the Norman Empire. Even now you can see the ruins of the Norman Empire here. The Victorian look of the castle was the brainchild of the third Marquis of Bute (1848-900). He employed an architect called William Burges who decorated the ornate interiors of the castle with murals and added neo-Gothic towers with murals, stained glass windows and decorative carvings. The castle also has two military museums and massive grounds. The famous Bute Park came into existence from the grounds of the Cardiff Castle.
Millennium stadium: This 72,500-seater stadium is one of the most modern and luxuriant sports stadiums in Europe. You can take advantage of the guided tours to visit the pitch, the royal box, the dressing rooms of the players and other areas.
Cardiff Bay: This beautiful place introduces you to some of the finest architectural work in Cardiff. The Cardiff Bay barrage was open to the public after June 2001. This led to a creation of a fresh water lake and a 12 km long waterfront with parks, shopping complexes, entertainment centres, bars and restaurants. Techniquest, a science museum, and Norwegian Arts church arts centres are the other prominent landmarks here.
Museum of Welsh Life (Amgueddfa Werin Cymru): This beautiful museum is set in 104 acres of Parkland, in St. Fagans, west of the city centre. You would be impressed with the extensive collection of precious Welsh literature, works and craftsmanship. There is a collection of historic Welsh townships, farms, tannery, pottery, Victorian schoolrooms etc, which have been purchased from different places in Wales and rebuilt in the huge grounds of the museums. Another notable image would be of the Iron-age Celtic village.

Things to do:
Travel- The public transport in the city is provided by the bus. The main provider is the Cardiff Bus. The buses have an operation time of 0530-2330 hours. The buses have reduced hours during the public holidays and the weekends. Alternatively, you can hire the services of a taxi. They are either black hackney cabs or cars with company logos that indicate that they are used for public transport. There are companies like Black Cabs, DragonTaxies and Central Taxis, which can help you hire the services of their taxis. Visitors are expected to pay about £4.00 for a trip across town. The traffic is quite heavy during the peak hours, which would be Monday through Friday 0800-0900 and 1700-1800. If you want to rent a car, then you would have to own a valid driving license. It could usually be a national driving license. If you are a tourist, then you may also do with an International Driving Permit. You need to check the kind and the grade of insurance given to you along with the car hire.
Eating: Follow the gradation of the restaurants as per the prices, if you plan to eat out at any of the restaurants in Cardiff: Assuming you eat a three course meal accompanied by a half litre of wine, then you should expect to pay the following prices for different grade restaurants: **** (over £40) *** (£25 to £40) ** (£10 to £25) * (under £10) The prices usually include taxes and tips.
Shopping: You can shop till you drop in the specialist shops and boutiques within the seven Victorian and Edwardian arcades situated in the city centres. Important departmental stores such as Howells are open from 9am to 6pm, although this is not a rule. There are some shops that are open on Sundays too.
Special activities: Wales is home to a lot of Eisteddfod festivals around the country. You can feel the ancient Celtic heritage in their music and movies. You can purchase the tickets to the cultural events in Cardiff through phone, box offices or online. The city is famous for the male choir voice, which is the hallmark of the Welsh pride .

Food & Drink:
Tiles: This is an internationally acclaimed part of the St. David's hotel. The restaurant has the best seafood in Cardiff and you could also have a breathtaking view of the Millennium Waterfront as you savour the seafood with a tasty glass of wine.
Underdeb: This is one restaurant that is so popular that you would have to reserve seats for the place days in advance. Home to some creative and tasty dishes; this place would keep you craving for more.
LeGallois: This hotel is famous for some interesting and distinctive French food with a Welsh twist. You also get the best customer service and a pleasant ambience.
Izakaya: This trendy Japanese restaurant at the Millenium Quay has the best Japanese Sushi food (more than 70 varieties) in Cardiff.
Dorothy's: You get the taste of local food to make you feel like a red-blooded Welsh with the best fish and chips you could find. The chicken curry is one more dish you cannot miss.
Benedicto: You have the best of Italian dishes here. The wine tastes amazingly fine and you can have a gala time here. However, you would have to keep away from smoking if you want to enjoy the food and the ambience.
Hotels & Accommodation:

Cardiff has an abundence of beautiful hotels with excellent accommodation facilities. The hotels could be classified into 4 different pricing categories:

**** (over £150)
*** (£100 to £150)
** (£50 to £100)
* (under £50)

The prices listed above are for a double room per night, including tax and breakfast.

Here are selections of hotels in cardiff:
Cardiff Park Plaza
Angel Hotel
Thistle Cardiff
Millennium Lodge
Cardiff Sandringham Hotel
The Royal Hotel
Macdonald Holland House Hotel
The Big Sleep Hotel
The Lodge by Macdonald
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Village Hotel Cardiff
Cardiff Moat House Hotel
Quality Hotel Cardiff
Future Inn Cardiff Bay
Campanile Hotel Cardiff
The Copthorne Hotel Cardiff
Manor House Hotel
Tadross Hotel
VALE HOTEL, GOLF & SPA RESORT
Best Western Mount Sorrel Hotel

Entertainment:

The New Theatre Park Place, founded in 1909 and refurbished in the 1980s, is a premier venue in Wales for hosting popular plays, theatres and dances. The New Wales Millennium Dance Center is another famous place for international choreographers and native dancers to exhibit their talents. Mary Ann Street, Capital Odeon and the Millennium Plaza are important venues to screen mainstream movies.

Cardiff is a city that is still growing. With the Welsh getting its due as a nation in its own right and the city completing its 50 years as the state capital last year, Cardiff is the perfect resort for any tourist who wants to witness a city on the road to progress and prosperity, albeit retaining its strong Celtic roots.

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Celtic Bistro Wine Rack $192 Elegant and beautiful, this bistro wine rack will help with storage, display and organization all in one. Two lower hand stained rattan baskets function as removable drawers while two open shelves and a top rack are extremely versatile. Twelve bottle racks and a set of glass holders makes this an ideal addition for any beginning wine connoisseur. Decorative scrollwork laces the top for a classic touch. -Textured Gun Metal Grey Finish -Baskets - 11.5" x 9.5" x 8" Tall -Open Shelves - 13" x 11" x 14" Tall -Top Shelf - 35" x 10" Deep -Holds 12 Bottles of wine -Durable metal construction -Assembly required

Celtic Triangle Bevel Cluster $30.95 Clear Celtic bevel cluster measures 12 x 10-1/2 when assembled. 13 pieces. Delphi Tip Always lay out bevel clusters on pattern before cutting glass to adjust for small differences.

Wine Glass Jewelry Mold $17.95 Create Cast Glass Pendants Fill pendant molds with glass frit, scrap and powders to create one-of-a-kind cast glass jewelry. Try combining powders to create a marbled look or accent with dichroic. The possibilities are endless. Ceramic molds can be used many times. Coat with MR-97 93701. Mold measures 3-1/4 long x 2-3/8 wide. Finished pendant measures 1-7/8 high x 2-1/2 long at the widest points. Images courtesy of Creative Paradise Inc.

Celtic Bail - 25 Pack $16.95 Features Celtic design to adorn your cabochons. Use a small drop of epoxy or other glass adhesive to fix decorative glass to the bail. Measures approximately 3/8 x 5/8. Sterling Silver plated, 25 bails per pack. Images courtesy Aanraku Studios.

Celtic Circle Bevel Cluster $17.95 Clear Celtic bevel cluster is 6 inches in diameter. Looks great on its own or incorporate it into a panel. 9 pieces total. Delphi Tip Always lay out bevel clusters on pattern before cutting glass to adjust for small differences.

Glass Accents Celtic Gold Decal $14.95 Fire on decal sheets help you create permanent designs with only one firing. Get imaginative and make beautiful custom patterns - you can even layer different decals between sheets of glass for daring 3-D effects. Sheets are approximately 4 x 4. The easy formulation matures between 1250° and 1425° F to a lustrous gold finish. Must be fired on top of glass. Detailed instructions included.

Celtic Square Bevel Cluster $27.95 Grace your home with the beauty of traditional Celtic art. Intricate designs are simple to make with bevels. Create a beautiful beveled panel, door panel or window. Clear bevel cluster measures 7-3/8 x 7-3/8. 20 pieces. Delphi Tip Always lay out bevel clusters on pattern before cutting glass to adjust for small differences.

Celtic Heart Bevel Cluster $30.95 Grace your home with the beauty of traditional Celtic art. Intricate designs are simple to make with bevels. Create a beautiful beveled panel, door, transom, or window. Clear bevel cluster measures 9 x 7-7/8. 22 pieces. Delphi Tip Always lay out bevel clusters on pattern before cutting glass to adjust for small differences.

Celtic Double Bail - 25 Pack $16.95 Features a Celtic design to adorn both the front and back of your cabochons. Use a small drop of epoxy or other glass adhesive to fix decorative glass to the bail. Measures approximately 1/2 x 1. Sterling Silver plated, 25 bails per pack. Images courtesy Aanraku Studios.

Celtic Tri-circle Bevel Cluster $17.95 An Exceptional Value. Create a beautiful beveled panel, door, transom, or window with this elegant Celtic bevel cluster. What a great way to add sparkle and dimension to any project. 12 pieces, 7-3/4 x 7-1/4. Delphi Tip Always lay out bevel clusters on pattern before cutting glass to adjust for small differences.

Kokomo Medium Green Cathedral Celtic Stained Glass $76.15 Kokomo Glass, the same high-quality glass used by Louis C. Tiffany, features magnificent colors and a smooth, easy-to-cut surface.

Kokomo Light Amber Cathedral Celtic Stained Glass $8.65 Kokomo Glass, the same high-quality glass used by Louis C. Tiffany, features magnificent colors and a smooth, easy-to-cut surface.

Celtic Baker's Rack with Wine Storage $149.99 This bistro wine rack will help with storage, display and organization all in one. Two lower hand stained rattan baskets function as removable drawers while two open shelves and a top rack are extremely versatile. Twelve bottle racks and a set of glass holders makes this wine rack an ideal addition for any beginning wine connoisseur. Decorative scrollwork laces the top for a classic touch. Brand: Southern Enterprises Type: Baker's Racks Color/Finish: As Shown Color Mapping: Beige Style: Casual Material: Leather Gender: Male

Celtic Element Pendant Casting Mold $31.95 Colour de Verre Molds are the Simple Way to Cast Glass Merge the age-old art of pate de verre glass casting with modern technology and contemporary design. Mold is perfect for creating jewelry or pieces to incorporate into larger projects. The open, hollow design promotes even heating and cooling. Molds can be filled with glass frit, powder, or sheet glass. A perfect complement to the Celtic Border/Bracelet mold. Creates striking glass pendants and broaches. Fill weight 12 grams. Dimensions 1-1/4 diameter. Image courtesy of Colour de Verre.

Wine Bottle Panel $45.95 Add Color and Excitement to Even the Dullest Window The bright colors and fun design of this wine bottle will bring a bit of cheer to your day. Handmade suncatcher features real stained glass and bright nickel plating that will shine for years to come. Measures 8 x 8. Sold finished.

Celtic Focal Set Sepia Slides $5.95 Add Decorative Details with Decals Adorn your fused art with 12 traditional celtic knotwork creatures. Sepia slides are a fusible waterslide product that starts out black but fuses to a rich brown. Focal Sets include 12 decals, about 1 square each. Works with all glass COEs. For tips, instructions and firing schedules click View User Manual.

Wine Rack Mold $64.95 Durable ceramic molds from Creative Paradise can be used many times. Create wine racks perfect for special events, kitchens and more. Designed to easily hold up to 8 standard size wine bottles. Mold measures 6 wide by 14-3/4 long. Pre-drilled. Shelf wash before use. Images courtesy of Creative Paradise.

Flat Top Wine Bottle Stopper $6.95 Add a touch of glass to your kitchen with a beautiful glass art wine bottle stopper. Make the perfect conversation piece for a holiday party or an unforgettable gift. Stylish stopper features a blank specially made for fused or stained glass. When not being used, keep your glass art stoppers on display with stand 63973 (sold separately). Features a thicker stainless steel outer shell so they can be used for extended storage without pitting. Food safe. Flat Top bottle stopper shown below with 63931 Round Top bottle stopper and displayed in a wine bottle. Little Flowers Bottle Stopper project image courtesy of Diamond Tech.

Celtic Tile Casting Mold $38.95 Create Cast Glass Tile in Your Kiln Create elegant custom glass tiles, coasters and fused pieces to incorporate into larger glass art projects. Simply fill the mold with fusible glass, frit, enamels and metal inclusions to make your own unique designs. Make complementing tiles or a matched set to complete a mosaic backsplash, table top or more. This sturdy ceramic mold is designed to last through many firings. Measures 5-5/8 x 5-5/8 x 5/8. First image shown courtesy of IMD Ceramics, second image by artist Jeannette Woodard.

Celtic Silver Finish S Hooks - 1 Pair $3 Celtic S hooks add flair and function to your panels. While accenting your art, these stylish hooks make hanging your projects easy. Pack includes two hooks, approximately 1/2 x 1 each.

Celtic Knot Bevel Cluster $49.95 Clear bevel cluster includes 24 pieces; when assembled, measures about 12 x 12. Delphi Tip Always lay out bevel clusters on pattern before cutting glass to adjust for small differences.

6 Large Dichroic Celtic Pinwheels - 90 Coe $36.95 Easily Add Pizzazz to Any Fused Piece Celtic dichroic pinwheels make it easy to create stunning pendants, bracelets and more. The possibilities are endless. Each pinwheel has multiple color variations, as well as fine halos of color surrounding each image. Pack includes assorted celtic designs on thin clear. Pinwheels are 1 square. 6 pieces. 90 COE. Project below created by Jaime Dobson

6 Large Dichroic Celtic Pinwheels - 96 Coe $36.95 Easily Add Pizazz to Any Fused Piece Celtic dichroic pinwheels make it easy to create stunning pendants, bracelets and more. The possibilities are endless. Each pinwheel has multiple color variations, as well as fine halos of color surrounding each image. Pack includes assorted Celtic designs on thin clear. Pinwheels are 1 square. 6 pieces. Designs may vary from photo. 96 COE. Images below courtesy of artist Jaime Dobson.

10 Medium Dichroic Celtic Pinwheels - 96 Coe $36.95 Easily Add Pizzazz to Any Fused Piece Celtic dichroic pinwheels make it easy to create stunning pendants, bracelets and more. The possibilities are endless. Each pinwheel has multiple color variations, as well as fine halos of color surrounding each image. Pack includes assorted celtic designs on thin clear. Pinwheels are 3/4 square. 10 pieces. 96 COE. Project below created by Jaime Dobson

20 Small Dichroic Celtic Pinwheels - 96 Coe $36.95 Easily Add Pizzazz to Any Fused Piece Celtic dichroic pinwheels make it easy to create stunning pendants, bracelets and more. The possibilities are endless. Each pinwheel has multiple color variations, as well as fine halos of color surrounding each image. Pack includes assorted celtic designs on thin clear. Pinwheels are 1/2 square. 20 pieces. 96 COE. Pendants below created by Jaime Dobson.

Celtic Cross Casting Mold $38.95 Use versatile, reusable molds for slumping or casting. Can also be used like a texture mold, just fire sheet glass on it to imprint texture. Kiln wash before use. Measures 9 x 5-1/2 x 7/8 deep. Project made by artist Kayleigh McGrath.

Long Mandrel Wine Bottle Stopper $6.95 Add a touch of glass to your kitchen with these beautiful wine bottle stoppers. Make the perfect conversation piece for a holiday party or an unforgettable gift. The mandrel Wine Bottle Stopper allow you to change the display beads easily. When not being used, keep your glass art stoppers on display with stand 63973 (sold separately). Long Mandrel measures 4; for beads with holes of at least 3/32 diameter. If creating your own lampworked beads use 7337 3/32 mandrels. NOTICE Bottle stoppers are for multiple short term use not to exceed one week at a time. They are for display and serving not long term storage which can cause pitting and flaking of the plating due to acidic buildup in the wine from oxidation.

Short Mandrel Wine Bottle Stopper $6.95 Add a touch of glass to your kitchen with these beautiful wine bottle stoppers. Make the perfect conversation piece for a holiday party or an unforgettable gift. The mandrel Wine Bottle Stopper allow you to change the display beads easily. When not being used, keep your glass art stoppers on display with stand 63973 (sold separately). Short Mandrel measures 1-1/4; for beads with holes of at least 1/8 diameter. If creating your own lampworked beads use 324418 1/8 mandrels. NOTICE Bottle stoppers are for multiple short term use not to exceed one week at a time. They are for display and serving not long term storage which can cause pitting and flaking of the plating due to acidic buildup in the wine from oxidation.

Celtic Border / Bracelet Casting Mold $38.95 Colour de Verre Molds are the Simple Way to Cast Glass Merge the age-old art of pate de verre glass casting with modern technology and contemporary design. Mold is perfect for creating jewelry or pieces to incorporate into larger projects. The open, hollow design promotes even heating and cooling. Molds can be filled with glass frit, powder, or sheet glass. This mold creates a fused design that then can be shaped around a mandrel to create bracelets and napkin rings. Fill weight 45-50 grams. Dimensions 1 x 6-1/4.

Round Top Wine Bottle Stopper $7.95 Add a touch of glass to your kitchen with a beautiful glass art wine bottle stopper. Make the perfect conversation piece for a holiday party or an unforgettable gift. Stylish stopper features a blank specially made for fused or stained glass. Stopper top measures 1 in diameter. When not being used, keep your glass art stoppers on display with stand 63973 (sold separately). Features a thicker stainless steel outer shell so they can be used for extended storage without pitting. Food safe. Round Top bottle stopper shown below with 63932 Flat Top bottle stopper. Project created by artist Melanie Churchill using 1 pre-cut Clear and Ivory Circles ( 24630, 24632) and Floral Fuse Art decals 427867.Artist Kayleigh McGrath used 1 pre-cut circles with 427844 Mixed Colors Confetti.

Wine Glass $49.99 Wine Glass - Giclee Print

Wine Sagger Mold $27.95 Create recycled art and slump a bottle, or use fusible glass to create this bottle shape. Reusable mold is predrilled and can be fired many times. Mold must be kiln washed before use. Measures 15-1/2 x 4-1/4.

Wine Bottle Stopper Base, One Hole $4.95 Display your custom-made wine stopper in style with this beautiful wooden base. A great way to show off your unique bottle stopper at parties or on your dinner table while the wine is in use. Please note that this is the one hole version.

Wine Bottle Stopper Base, Two Hole $4.95 Display your custom-made wine stopper in style with this beautiful wooden base. A great way to show off your unique bottle stopper at parties or on your dinner table while the wine is in use. Please note that this is the two hole version.

Cbs Medium Celtic Pinwheels 10 Pack - 90 Coe $36.95 Easily Add Pizzazz to Any Fused Piece Celtic dichroic pinwheels make it easy to create stunning pendants, bracelets and more. The possibilities are endless. Each pinwheel has multiple color variations, as well as fine halos of color surrounding each image. Pack includes assorted Celtic designs on thin clear. Pinwheels are 3/4 square. 10 pieces. 90 COE. Pendants below created by Jaime Dobson.

Cbs Small Celtic Pinwheels 20 Pack - 90 Coe $36.95 Easily Add Pizzazz to Any Fused Piece Celtic dichroic pinwheels make it easy to create stunning pendants, bracelets and more. The possibilities are endless. Each pinwheel has multiple color variations, as well as fine halos of color surrounding each image. Pack includes assorted celtic designs on thin clear. Pinwheels are 1/2 square. 20 pieces. 90 COE. Pendants below created by Jaime Dobson.

Pre-cut Wine Bottle Ring Kit $29.95 Make a delightful stained glass suncatcher in an afternoon. The bright colors and fun design of this wine bottle will bring a bit of cheer to your day. Perfect for decorating your kitchen or any room. Kit includes pre-cut glass pieces, metal ring and complete instructions. Lead came not included. Finished project measures 8 diameter. Assemble with lead came 5593 (sold separately). Delphi Tip Stretch and straighten lead before wrapping glass pieces. Each 6 and 39; piece of lead will stretch 2-3. On average, you will use 2 pieces of lead per pre-cut ring or panel kit, and 1 piece of lead per night light or votive kit.

Large Celtic Cross Bevel Cluster $11.95 Create a beautiful beveled panel, door, transom, or window. Excellent for fund raisers and to create church windows. Clear bevel cluster measures 5-3/4 x 9-1/8. Eight pieces.

Small Celtic Cross Bevel Cluster $11.95 Create a beautiful beveled panel, door, transom, or window. Excellent for fund raisers and to create church windows. Clear bevel cluster measures 4 x 6-7/8. Eight pieces.

4 Point Celtic Knot Bevel Cluster $41.95 Clear bevel cluster measures 17-1/4 x 14. Seventeen pieces. Delphi Tip Always lay out bevel clusters on pattern before cutting glass to adjust for small differences.