A REGION in North Wales with a national park of 823 square miles, Snowdonia is best known for its breathtaking views, rocky terrains, stunning seascapes and hidden valleys. But beyond the spectacular mountains and beaches, Snowdonia offers visitors the chance to explore the mysterious heritage of the surrounding towns, the history behind the Welsh landscape and the hidden gems to be found in-between.
Scramble up Nantlle Ridge for breathtaking views: Discover the challenge of mountainous hill walking with fewer crowds on the Nantlle Ridge, a small range of mountains which runs south-west from the village of Rhyd Ddu and ends above Nebo in the Nantlle Valley. You'll have some of the oldest, toughest Welsh rocks beneath your feet, and spectacular views.
Get tongue-tied at Nant Gwrtheyrn Language Centre: The Welsh language is part of the fabric of life in Snowdonia.
Take a dive into Fairbourne's secret Blue Pool: Set inside a cavern entered via a short, dark tunnel, the deep blue waters of Fairbourne's Blue Pool will refresh you.
The hidden beaches of the Llyn Peninsula: Snowdon's ‘arm' is a beautiful peninsula, and a fantastic blend of culture and heritage. With stunning cliffs, bays and beaches, it is little wonder that the coast is a protected Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Ride the world's first preserved railway: Running for more than seven miles from Cardigan Bay through the green mountains of the southern Snowdonia National Park, Talyllyn is the world's first preserved railway.
Stumble across the mysterious Bardsey Island: Also known as the 'legendary island of 20,000 saints', Bardsey lies off the Llyn Peninsula and has been an important religious site since a monastery was built there in AD516. The island is famous for its scenery and wildlife.
Soak up the beauty of Plas Brondanw Gardens: The Brondanw Estate lies in the Snowdonia National Park, between Snowdon and the sea, and the gardens – along with the Portmeirion estate – are considered to be Sir Clough Williams-Ellis’s most marvellous creation.
Drink in the exotic plant life of Parc Glynllifon: Once described as Wales' best kept secret, Parc Glynllifon offers 70 acres of exotic trees and plants, which were imported and planted more than 150 years ago.
Test your tyres on Penmachno Mountain Bike Trails: The trails are split into two loops, which can be ridden individually or as one amazing 18.5 mile ride.
www.visitsnowdonia.info
Picture Credit: From Top - Afon Colwyn ger Beddgelert/River Colwyn near Beddgelert by Rhion Pritchard via Wikimedia Commons; Snowdon Mountain Railway No.2 climbing towards Halfway Station by A.M.Hurrell via Wikimedia Commons; Plas Brondanw Orangery by Gareth Hughes via Wikimedia Commons
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