Mystical castles, angelic valleys, seaside retreats, riverside idylls, the contemplating silence of the sea, picturesque tranquility, one can’t get enough of the beautiful, enchanting sceneries and experiences of Wales. A British province that is largely covered in green sheep dotted pastures over windswept coastline lining the Irish Sea, Wales is the most beguiling part of the British Isles. The south of Wales has a less rugged topography where two thirds of its people reside whereas northern Wales is home to numerous castles and cathedrals with her haunting natural aura and essence. Whether you are enticed by the scenic beauty of Wales with her historical identity depicted in the series The Crown, or whether you are an admirer of the contemplating silence of countryside and sea even then Wales is your place.
Wales is said to share a lot of similarities with other Celtic areas such as Ireland and Scotland. One of the most noticeable characters of Wales is her magical chic market town which has plenty to keep the bright-eyed wanderer curious. Snowdonia, the Pembrokeshire coast, Brecon Beacon and Cardiff are some of the most noticeable and imminent places in Wales.
Snowdonia
The mountain range of Snowdonia attracts one with her alluring welsh scenery with glacial valleys and peaks. There are only a few small settlements dotted in the valleys coinciding with large mines and quarries. A huge number of hikers arrive every weekend to hike up Snowdon Massif.
Pembrokeshire Coast
If one plans to stride along the 280 km trail, one can appreciate the overwhelming edge of Wales
Pembrokeshire, a county in southwestern Wales was named as the world’s second-best coastal destination by National Geographic. It has Britain’s only coastal National Park with the remarkable landscapes such as St David and Tenby. If one plans to stride along the 280 km trail, one can appreciate the overwhelming edge of Wales with her spectacular serenity. The landscape is littered with sea cliffs, hamlets, harbours, charming pubs and gourmet restaurants.
Brecon
It is a beautiful town at the northern edge that seamlessly blends into the sublime Brecon Beacons. Standing tall with exquisite Georgian houses, shop fronts, 11th century cathedrals and a creative community that hand crafts their legacy. It is also home to the renowned tipple Penderyn Welsh Whiskey and hosts a major jazz festival which is accompanied by a big league of musical maestros.
Gower Peninsula
In 1956, Gower Peninsula was designated as the UK’s most outstanding natural beauty. With its rugged coast, dominated by three cliffs, the Gower Peninsula offers spectacular shorelines, sand dunes and salt marshes.
Moving across the Welsh landscape, from the towns to small counties, the alluring views of the countryside is never ending, with timeless beauty nestling in every nook and corner. Wales has something to appeal to all ages and for tourists seeking all kinds of activities and experiences.
