The Eisteddfod was first held in Aberdare, South Wales and the National Eisteddfod is held in Wales annually but in different parts of the country.
The National Eisteddfod of Wales dates back to 1176 when it is said that the first Eisteddfod was held. Lord Rhys invited poets and musicians from all over Wales to a grand gathering at his castle in Cardigan. A chair at the Lord's table was awarded to the best poet and musician, a tradition that continues today in the modern Eisteddfod.
the national eisteddfod 2010 is in ebbw vale
National Eisteddfod of Wales was created in 1861.
The first modern Eisteddfod was held in Aberdare South Wales in 1861. However, the originals were a bardic festival of music and poetry first held by Lord Rhys son of Gruffydd of Deheubarth at his court in Cardigan in 1176. There he held a grand gathering to which were invited poets and musicians from all over the country. A chair at the Lord's table was awarded to the best poet and musician, a tradition that continues in the modern day National Eisteddfod with the "Chairing of the Bard" ceremony at the end of the event.
the eisteddfod will be held in Ceredigion in 2010! :)
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There are two different Eisteddfods Annually in Wales. The 1st is Eisteddfod yr Urdd, which is for young people under the age of 25 (or maybe 26), that is held during the May/June Half term. The 2nd is Eisteddfod Genedlaethol, which is open for all ages, and this is usually on the first or second week of August.
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