Cornwall webcam online - County in the southwest of England

The most unknown corners of Great Britain can be discovered if Cornwall webcams are watched online. The ceremonial county of Cornwall is located at the very tip of the British Isle, jutting out into the sea like a tentacle or horn. Hence its name from the Latin corneolus "horn-like" (cornu means "horn"). The presence of the Roman conquerors of Britain has practically disappeared here. But the atmosphere of hoary antiquity hovers over these places.

Particularly noteworthy is Tintagel Castle, as one of the most mysterious and impressive places in Cornwall, which attracts tourists from all over the world.

Perched on a rocky promontory, this mossy castle is the symbol of the legends associated with King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. It was built in the 13th century by order of Richard, the first Earl of Cornwall, brother of King Henry III. Located on the coast, the castle served at that time as an important fortification and seaport. Then in Cornwall there was an active trade with the continent, and the castle flaunted as a symbol of power and prosperity of the county. Today it is a ruin, albeit a very powerful one, spread out on a rocky plateau jutting out into the Celtic Sea. At one time it included many towers, walls and halls, but today only echoes of its former grandeur remain from it.
However, if you know the history of these places, you can imagine a string of ships hurrying to the embankment, hear the cheerful conversation of people, the sounds of court feasts and mournful ballads. There are no permanent exhibitions in the castle, but archaeological finds made in the surrounding area can be observed in museum collections in the UK. Today, the remains of various elements and structures of the castle are still striking in their scale. Among them are fortified towers, a chapel, a council hall, residential areas, as well as fortress walls. Among the artifacts found here are ceramics, metal jewelry and weapons dating from the era of the Arthurian legend.
Tintagel Castle attracts many celebrities and travelers. In cinema and literature, the castle is associated with the legends of King Arthur, one of the most famous and mysterious figures of medieval mythology. According to legend, King Arthur was born in Tintagel and his father, King Uther Pendragon, ruled the area before he was born. Many historians and writers, such as Geoffrey of Monmouth and Thomas Malory, have described Tintagel as Arthur's birthplace and place of his youth. The castle has also featured in various films and television shows such as Doctor Who and Pirates of the Caribbean.

In contrast to the dilapidated antiquity, Cornwall boasts one of the most innovative European projects.

The Edem Project, located here, is a vast and unparalleled environmental project. It was launched in 2001 and was conceived as a symbol of a renewed connection between man and nature. The Eden Project includes two huge biome domes, which are the largest indoor greenhouses in the world. Biomes that look like whitish bubbles of caviar or mushroom cushions provide a controlled environment for various plants and ecosystems from around the world. One biome represents the temperate climate and is dedicated to the vegetation of Great Britain and the Mediterranean. The second simulates a tropical climate and contains many exotic plants.

"Eden" was built on the territory of an abandoned quarry and is an example of the so-called sustainable construction.

Most of the materials used in its construction are environmentally friendly, and the project also actively uses renewable energy sources. The project team conducts various educational programs, scientific conferences, as well as cultural and music festivals aimed at attracting public attention to the importance of preserving nature, its beauty and diversity. In addition, "Eden" is a platform for research and development in the field of agronomy, agriculture and sustainable development. It allows you to conduct research and introduce new technologies. In 2018, Eden opened a new space dedicated to microorganisms and their role in the Earth's ecosystems. It is called Invisible Worlds ("Invisible Worlds"). This interactive exhibit demonstrates the importance of the microcosm, its relationship to climate, food and human health.
In addition to greenhouses, the territory of Eden has unique sculptures that reflect the relationship between man and nature. One of the most famous and impressive is The Seed, a 70-ton granite monolith created by British sculptor Peter Randall-Page.

To feel the richness of historical and cultural contrasts, you should watch Cornwall webcams online.