St David's is a small historic town in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. It is one of the most scenic parts of the Welsh coast, famous for its cliffs, numerous coves and capes. The town is also known as a pilgrimage site for the 12th century cathedral.
The origins of the city are considered to be connected with the stay of St. David, patron saint of Wales. The first church was built in the 5th century, and today's St. David's, the city's greatest attraction, was erected in the 12th century. It is an early Gothic stone structure with a central tower and an elongated body. Since the Middle Ages, it has been a destination for pilgrimages related to the figure of St. David. In the vicinity of the cathedral there are ruins of the Gothic Bishops' Palace.
Although St David's is not situated on the seashore, its surroundings are known as a holiday destination. It is close from here to popular beaches such as Porthselau, Porthlisky or the Whitesands bay. These places are known not only for good conditions for relaxing by the sea, but also for water sports such as windsurfing and kitesurfing. The picturesque Pembrokeshire coastline is also known for its beautiful views and numerous hiking trails. Boat excursions to coastal islands that are habitats for seabirds are also organized from the surrounding ports.
