With well-researched, original content, Britannia presents a comprehensive profile of King Arthur. Articles by Arthurian scholar Geoffrey Ashe lend credibility and substance.

This site examines conflicting theories, weighs their validity and puts it all in context. Topics include the Ballad of Elaine, Arthur's Cross, Arthur of Literature, Historical Arthur, the Arthurian Traveler, and Glastonbury Abbey.

In the 12th century, Welsh cleric Geoffrey of Monmouth wrote the controversial History of the Kings of Britain. Deemed a revisionist historian, Monmouth used an ancient book, whose existence has never been verified, as the basis of this book.

He presented Arthur as a British king with an authoritative history, essentially creating Arthur's biography. Monmouth also introduced Merlin to Arthurian legend.

Taffnet Y Mabinogion

The Mabinogion, a Welsh literary classic, represents centuries of oral tradition. These medieval tales of Arthurian and Celtic legend took manuscript form in the 12th or 13th century.

In 1849, Lady Charlotte Guest translated the four branches of the Mabinogi into English. She entitled the collection of eleven tales the Mabinogion.

As legend predicted, the "once and future king" may have returned to Britain as Arthur incarnate. The "King of England" totes the four-foot-long Celtic broadsword used in the movie Excaliber, a shield dating to 1497, and a magical staff. He focuses his energy on the revival of Druidism and peaceful protests.

Marvel at their virtual art gallery! The legend of King Arthur has always captured the imagination of artists, writers, and the common man.

Examine symbols and motifs of Arthurian legend. Or explore the realm of Arthur and his court. Basic information to scholarly text, images, and detailed bibliographies are available.

The Knighthood, Chivalry & Tournaments Resource Library puts the era of Arthur in perspective. Brush up on the Code of Chivalry.

Review the qualifications for knighthood. Browse the Arms & Armour glossary. Study armouring techniques. You'll also find resources for medieval tournaments and re-enactor reading lists.

This ancient hill fort is believed to be Camelot

Historical King Arthur covers Popular Arthur, Arthur the Myth, and Early References to a Real Arthur. Read about Arthur the General, Arthur the King, and Arthur's Battles. Trace Arthur's Genealogy. Discuss Arthurian Literary Characters. Uncover related archaeological sites and the Isle of Avalon. Arthurian Resources on the Internet is a selective index of sites containing

original content. This site includes links to primary sources (via electronic text), critical papers, and bibliographic resources. General content covers listserves, movies, TV, and miscellany.

The Celtic Twilight Realm relates the Beginning of the Queste, the High History of the Grail, and Chretien de Troyes' Arthurian Romances. Consult the Arthurian Infopedia for quick answers. Other sections are devoted to Bulfinch's Age of Chivalry, Arthurian poets, and the Welsh Triads.

Subscribe to Arthurnet for moderated scholarly discussions of Arthurian lore. Search their archives before posting. Join the newsgroup alt.legend.king-arthur or soc.history.medieval for lively discussions.

If the previous sites haven't covered your area of interest, try the King Arthur Linkfinder .

I hope you've enjoyed this tour. May the magic and mysticism of King Arthur live on.