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Snowdon is the highest mountain in Wales, at an elevation of 1,085 metres above sea level, and the highest point in the British Isles outside the Scottish Highlands.
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Dec 18, 2013
My husbands chilling place. He loves it. Full review by Mary Hill-Venning
Dec 12, 2013
One of my days best days , prefered Ben Nevis but unable to get to the top as was getting battered by a snow storm and was only guy one mountain . Unbelievable feeling Full review by Stuart Deakin
Nov 30, 2013
Super views after an exhilarating walk last summer. Full review by Morgan Haynes

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Engineer:Arup
Contractor:Carillion
Opened:2009
Architectural firm:Ray Hole Architects
Mountain range:Snowdon Massif
Elevation:1085 m
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    Snowdon , also known by the Welsh: Yr Wyddfa (pronounced [ər ˈʊɨ̞̯ðva] (listen)), is the highest mountain in Wales, at an elevation of 1,085 metres (3,560 ft) above sea level, and the highest point in the British Isles outside the Scottish Highlands. It is located in Snowdonia National Park (Parc … See more

    The Welsh name of the mountain, Yr Wyddfa is a shortened form of the original full name, Gwyddfa Rhita (Rhita's cairn), after the giant Rhita. According to one legend, the giant Rhita was defeated and buried on the … See more

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    Snowdon has been described as "the busiest mountain in Britain", with some 590,984 people having walked up the mountain in 2019. There are six main walking paths, which can be combined in various ways. In addition, the circular walk starting and ending at See more

    In Welsh folklore, the summit of Snowdon is said to be the tomb of Rhitta Gawr, a giant. This is claimed to be the reason for the Welsh name Yr Wyddfa, literally meaning "the tumulus". Rhitta Gawr wore a cloak made of men's beards, and was slain by King Arthur after … See more

    • Snowdon and Dinas Emrys from above Beddgelert - William Turner - Tate Britain See more

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    Geography and geology
    A 1682 survey estimated that the summit of Snowdon was at an elevation of 3,720 feet (1,130 m); in 1773, Thomas Pennant quoted a later estimate of 3,568 ft (1,088 m) above sea level at Caernarfon. It was long believed to be … See more

    The Snowdon Mountain Railway (SMR) (Welsh: Rheilffordd yr Wyddfa) is a narrow gauge rack and pinion mountain railway that travels for 4+3⁄4 miles (7.6 km) from Llanberis to … See more

    In 1968, scenes representing the Khyber Pass were filmed for Carry On... Up the Khyber on the lower part of the Watkin Path. In 2005, Angela Douglas, one of the stars of the film, unveiled a plaque at the precise location where filming took place to commemorate … See more

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  2. https://snowdonia.gov.wales/visit/snowdon/climbin…

    WebYr Wyddfa (Snowdon) is Snowdonia’s highest peak, and although there are several mountains over 3,000 feet in the National Park, the popularity of this famous mountain is far and above the rest. What to expect Yr …

  3. https://snowdonia.gov.wales/visit/snowdon/snowdon-mountain-railway

    WebOne of Snowdonia's most unique train journeys The Snowdon Mountain Railway is a remarkable feat of engineering that has been carrying tourists to the summit of Snowdon

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    Where is Snowdon?
    Snowdon is the chief attraction of Snowdonia National Park. Snowdon, northern Wales. This article was most recently revised and updated by Amy Tikkanen.
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    Why is it called Snowdon National Park?
    It was the first to be designated of the three national parks in Wales, in 1951. The English name for the area derives from Snowdon, which is the highest mountain in Wales at 3560 ft (1,085 m). In Welsh, the area is named Eryri.
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    What is the difference between Snowdonia and Snowdon National Park?
    Before the boundaries of the national park were designated, "Snowdonia" was generally used to refer to a smaller area, namely the upland area of northern Gwynedd centred on the Snowdon massif, whereas the national park covers an area more than twice that size extending far to the south into Meirionnydd.
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    Where is the best place to hike Snowdon?
    Waymarked path near Llyn Barfog in Gwynedd Many of the hikers in the area concentrate on Snowdon itself. It is regarded as a fine mountain, but at times gets very crowded; in addition the Snowdon Mountain Railway runs to the summit.
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    WebSnowdon (Yr Wyddfa in Welsh) is the highest mountain in Wales and England. It's one of our most famous and regonizable landmarks and is well worth a visit. Standing tall over the village of Llanberis, Snowdon is a …

  6. https://www.nationalparks.uk/park/snowdonia

    WebSnowdonia’s landscape is unique. The nine mountain ranges cover approximately 52% of the Park and include many peaks that are over …

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      WebSnowdon, mountain in northern Wales that is the highest point in England and Wales and the principal massif in the Snowdonia mountains. It is located in the county of Gwynedd and the historic county of …

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      WebAt Sundown Mountain, we have something for every skier or snowboarder; whether you are an experienced winter enthusiast or just learning how to get down the hill, Sundown …

    • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snowdonia

      WebSnowdonia or Eryri ( pronounced [ɛrəri] ( listen) ), is a mountainous region in northwestern Wales and a national park of 823 square miles (2,130 km 2) in area. It was the first to be designated of the three national parks in …

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      WebMay 11, 2015 · Snowdon mountain and railway The view north from Snowdon mountain to Llanberis village and lake, with the Snowdon Mountain Railway tracks descending the ridgeway, in Snowdonia

    • Snowdon Weather Forecast (1085m) - Mountain …

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      Web2 Forecast Elevations: Peak: 3560 ft Base: 1641 ft This table gives the weather forecast for Snowdon at the specific elevation of 1085 m. Our advanced weather models allow us to provide distinct weather forecasts …



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