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Victoria Jones

The incredible animals made of Lego that have appeared in Cardiff Bay

Mythical lego creatures including an 11ft fire-breathing dragon, a unicorn and two hunting wolves have arrived in Cardiff Bay.

Nine sculptures made with nearly 750,000 Lego have taken centre stage in Tacoma Square in Mermaid Quay.

(Matthew Horwood)

Collectively the models took more than 2,000 hours to build. There are also baby dragons displayed in the windows of various businesses in Mermaid Quay.

(Matthew Horwood)

At the heart of the display is a throne – laid out in shimmering silk and encrusted with the finest Lego brick rubies, emeralds and sapphires – on which visitors can sit and take selfies.

(Matthew Horwood)

This will be the first time Bricklive's Fantasy Kingdom has been be on display in Wales and follows the success of previous displays at Mermaid Quay, including the Great Brick Safari, Santa’s Sleigh and Big Cats.

Lego models in Cardiff Bay (Matthew Horwood)

Mermaid Quay Centre Manager Justin Patel said: “Our Bricklive displays are always a huge hit and we’re confident that Fantasy Kingdom will be equally as popular.

"Lego fans and visitors to the Bay will be able to let their imaginations run wild at our medieval fantasy land of ancient Welsh myths and legends."

(Matthew Horwood)

The display will be visible any time, but the throne will only be available to sit on 10am to 6pm daily.

Lego models in Cardiff Bay (Matthew Horwood)

Visiting the installation is free of charge the models will be in place until Sunday, September 1.

Visit the Mermaid Quay website for further information.

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