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Llandaff technically became part of Cardiff in 1922, but it still maintains the distinct character of the ancient "city within a city" it once was. Situated on the western bank of the River Taff, the area is defined by its steep geography, with the village green and high street sitting on a ridge overlooking the hollow where Llandaff Cathedral stands. Much of the local life centers around the Cathedral Green, a quiet, leafy space that feels miles away from the city centre, despite being only a two-mile walk or cycle along the Taff Trail into the heart of Cardiff. The architecture is a mix of medieval foundations, Victorian villas, and the 19th-century buildings of the Bishop’s Palace ruins. Practically speaking, it is one of the few parts of the city that lacks a through-road for heavy traffic, keeping the high street relatively calm, though parking near the local independent shops and the handful of long-standing pubs can be tight. It is home to several major schools and a busy rowing club on the river, meaning it stays active during the day but remains notably still and dark at night compared to the more commercial suburbs nearby.