A walking
holiday on the Anglesey Coast path completes a unique 125 mile circuit
of Anglesey, set
against the stunning backdrop of the Snowdonia mountain range.
The
Anglesey Coastal Path is a superb unique coastal walking holiday
around the fabled Isle of Anglesey, lying in the Irish Sea,
off Wales's
northern coast.
'Ynys
Mon' , in Welsh, Anglesey is a predominantly Welsh-speakingisland,
once homeland
of the Druids, the throne of native Welsh Kings and the seat of
the 118-year Tudor dynasty ending with Henry VIII.
A
designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) you're
walking holiday encompasses immense variety of scenery and history.
The southern coast has limestone escarpments, rolling woodlands,
sand dunes, wide beaches, little coves and the mysterious lovers'
island - Llanddwyn. From the island's many traeths (beaches)
you have stunning views over to Snowdonia and the Llyn Peninsula.
Along
the northern coast is an area of solitude, with remote landscapes,
dramatic sea cliffs of North and South Stack, the spectacular
locations of its famous lighthouse. In clear conditions you can
see Wicklow Mountains of Ireland to the West.
In spring and early summer pinks, lavender, blues of coastal flowers and bright yellow of gorse, contrast beautifully along your walk against deep blue green backdrop. Below you porpoises and seals pop out of the water unexpectedly and gannets plunge in the waves, as if to entertain you along your walk.
Ynys Mon History
If a landscape conveys a feeling mysterious history it's
that of Anglesey . Here was the spiritual home of the Druids before
their destruction in AD61 by the Roman army which succeeded crossing
the Menai Strait, and their legacy is all around.
There
are innumerable Standing stones, Celtic dwellings and forts
; Barclodiaid y Gawres (Rocks of the She-Giant) , Brn Celli
Ddu (Hill of the Dark Chamber), the largest burial chamber Wales,
the remains of Penmon Priory, a monastery dating back to the 6th
C celtic saint St. Seiriol, and St. Cwyfan’s church built
on a rock in the middle of the sea.,only reached at low tide;
and you follow the coastal path down to the village of Aberffraw
, the seat of Kings and Princes of Gwynedd until 1282 and once
the capital of Wales.
Finally walking through the Menai Strait you have spectacular
views of Caernarfon Castle and the Snowdonia Mountain Range before
reaching the ancient town of Beaumaris and it's famous castle
built for Edward I in 1295 and a perfect example of an early medieval
fortress.
And as you walk through it don't forget to have learnt to
pronounce the name of the famous village Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch
For further information on a superb walking holiday on Anglesey,
please call Julie or Anne; tel. 01291 689774, e-mail, or
contact us on our contact details below
Celtic Trails
office is based in North Wales, not far from Ynys Mon and our
local knowledge of Wales is second to none.
We are Wales' most experienced walking holiday company providing
tailored walking itineraries for clients who appreciate high standards
of service, comfort and organisation.
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9707585
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Celtic Trails Walking Holidays, P.O.Box 11, Chepstow, NP16
6ZD, Wales, UK