The oldest town in Wales is steeped in folklore and tradition, and it's thought that Merlin, the famous wizard of Arthurian legend, lived in a cave here. The town's Welsh name - Caerfyrddin - even translates as 'Merlin's Fort'.
Tread the path of Dylan Thomas in Laugharne
Everyone's heard of Carmarthen Castle, but why not venture south to see the romantic ruins of Laugharne Castle instead? It was the inspiration for much of celebrated Welsh poet Dylan Thomas's work. Visit the gazebo where he used to write many of his short stories.
Wander among the blooms at the National Botanic Garden of Wales
Also in Carmarthenshire, this impressive collection of exotic plants and flowers is not to be missed. It boasts the world's biggest single-span glasshouse, where you can see unusual and endangered flora. Even if you're not a keen horticulturalist, there's much to enjoy here.
