 Snowdon in the distance | North Wales Renowned for the dramatic mountain scenery of Snowdonia with its lakes and rock-strewn mountain passes, North Wales also offers a surprisingly varied countryside, from the beautiful Conwy Valley to the tranquillity of the Isle of Anglesey. The coastline is equally diverse, with sandy beaches, rocky coves and spectacular cliffs - and standing proudly over the land and seascape are some of the country’s mightiest castles such as Penrhyn. The National Trust owns some 60,000 acres of coast and countryside in North Wales, including some of the majestic mountains of Snowdonia, unspoilt coastline on the Llyn, and an array of historic houses and castles. |
|  |  The snowy slopes of Craig-Las | Dolobran Estate There are exciting opportunities for superb mountain walking in this area, with the unspoilt Arans and Cadair Idris rising to almost 3000 feet. This is the ideal place for those who wish to explore the rugged and less frequented regions of southern Snowdonia. There is the picturesque town of Dolgellau in the area together with historic Powis Castle, with its spectacular terraced gardens. There are the beautiful beaches of Fairbourne and Barmouth. |
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