Gelert - Wikipedia
Gelert (Welsh pronunciation: [ˈɡɛlɛrt]) is a legendary wolfhound associated with the village of Beddgelert (whose name means "Gelert's Grave") in Gwynedd, north-west Wales. [1] In the legend, Llywelyn the Great returns from hunting to find his baby missing, the cradle overturned, and Gelert with a blood-smeared mouth.
The Legend of Gelert the Dog - Historic UK
One of the best known, and loved, folk-tales in Wales is the story of a faithful hound. The story goes that in the thirteenth-century, Prince Llywelyn the Great had a palace at Beddgelert in Caernarvonshire, and as the Prince was a keen hunter, he spent much of his time in the surrounding countryside.
The Story of Gelert - Irish wolfhounds
May 9, 2014 · The Story of Gelert. Llewellyn, prince of Wales, is said to have loved the chase above all else but always took with him his Irish wolf- dog, Gelert. The prince had many hounds, but Gelert was his favourite and was always there for the morning hunt.
The Legend of Gelert, Beddgelert, Snowdonia, North Wales
According to legend, the stone monument in the field marks the resting place of 'Gelert', the faithful hound of the medieval Welsh Prince Llewelyn the Great. The story, as written on the tombstone reads: "In the 13th century Llewelyn, prince …
Gelert: the brave dog from Welsh folklore who saved the life of …
Dec 24, 2016 · Gelert was the dog of Prince Llywelyn the Great, who lived in the village of Beddgelert (whose name means “Gelert’s Grave”) in Gwynedd, northwest Wales. The story of Gelert is a common tale about a faithful hound, classified as …
Gelert: Mythical Creature - Mythical Encyclopedia
Gelert is a mythical creature associated with the village of Beddgelert in Gwynedd, North-West Wales. According to Welsh folklore, Gelert was the favourite hound of Prince Llywelyn the Great of Wales. The story goes that Llywelyn went hunting and left Gelert to guard his infant son.
The legend of Gelert, the faithful hound of Llywelyn the Great
Oct 31, 2017 · The main character here is Gelert, a legendary hound that was said to belong to Llywelyn the Great (Llywelyn ap Iorwerth), Prince of Gwynedd in north Wales. He later became the King of Wales. The tale of Gelert is usually associated with the village of Beddgelert in the Snowdonia area of Gwynedd.
Gelert | Eryri National Park
Gelert is a mythical dog associated with the village of Beddgelert in the heart of the National Park. The tale of Gelert is one of the defining tales of Eryri. Gelert was the dog of Llywelyn the Great, one of Wales’s most famous princes.
BBC Wales - History - Themes - Gelert
Aug 3, 2009 · Prince Llywelyn of Gwynedd's favourite dog is Gelert, a fearless hunting dog and loyal friend and companion who was said to have been a gift from King John of England. Llywelyn leaves his baby...
Gelert: The Legendary Faithful Hound of Wales
Dec 1, 2023 · Delve into the legendary tale of Gelert, the loyal Welsh hound whose poignant story of love and loyalty transcends time. Explore his origins, symbolism, and impact on culture.