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Discover Portmeirion: The World's Most Iconic Village

Welcome to Portmeirion, the famed village created by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis and immortalized by Patrick McGoohan in the cult TV series "The Prisoner." Nestled by the sea, this architectural marvel began in 1850 and welcomed its first tourists in 1926. With a charm that makes it a haven for lost buildings, Portmeirion has served as the backdrop for various shows, including "The Danger Man." Since 1970, it has hosted an annual convention for fans of the village and its unique story. Be a part of this enchanting experience!

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Discover Portmeirion: The World's Most Iconic Village

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  1. Welcome to

  2. Portmeirion The most famous village in the world

  3. Where is Portmerion?

  4. Two creative men built its fame A self taught architect Sir Clough William Ellis (1883-1978) An actor Patrick McGoohan (1928-2009 ) Patrick McGoohan and Clough Williams Ellis outside the Mirror Room of the Hotel Portmeirion during the filming of The Prisoner in Spring 1967.

  5. The first years The starting point, an edifice built in 1850 near the sea. First tourists in 1926. At the beginning, an uncomfortable hotel and two cottages.

  6. « a refuge for lost buildings » Several constructions from 1925 to 1975

  7. Portmeirion, a setting for TV series… The Danger Man, a famous British TV series in the 60’S. John Drake, a spy played by Patrick Mc Goohan Several episodes filmed in Portmeirion

  8. …A mythic tv series • The Prisoner • First diffusion in GB and France 1967, 17 episodes

  9. Portemeirion? no, THE Village For the story, an international town somewhere in the world

  10. Be seeing you ! Since 1970, an annual convention for fans

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