48 hours in Carmarthen and Newcastle Emlyn Carmarthen is said to be the oldest town in Wales, dating back to Roman times, and sits alongside the River Tywi. Here Wales’ longest river is tidal, which is why at one time, Carmarthen was reputed to be the biggest port in Wales. Newcastle Emlyn is a small town originally built on the site of an old Welsh fortress, that sits on the banks of the River Teifi (well known for its abundant fishing spots!)🏰 The town has a number of quaint local businesses,

Carmarthen Roman Amphitheatre . Known as the Roman Fort of Moridunum, this is the most westerly Amphitheater in the Roman Empire and one of only a handful still standing in the UK. . While this isn’t the biggest ruin and not as impressive as Caerleon it’s still an important historical site that’s worth visiting if you are in the area. . The Romans established a presence here around AD 75 and the amphitheater is the only above ground remains in the town today. The Amphitheater was also much large