List of places in Gwynedd (categorised)
Gwynedd, a county in northwest Wales, boasts a diverse landscape encompassing mountainous regions, coastal areas, and rural valleys. This list categorizes places within Gwynedd by type of settlement or feature.
Towns:
- Bangor: A city and university town located near the Menai Strait.
- Caernarfon: A historic town known for its iconic castle.
- Pwllheli: A market town and popular sailing centre on the Llŷn Peninsula.
- Dolgellau: A historic market town at the foot of Cader Idris.
- Blaenau Ffestiniog: A former slate quarrying town.
- Bethesda: Another town with a strong slate quarrying history.
- Tywyn: A coastal town known for its sandy beach and Talyllyn Railway.
Villages:
- Beddgelert: A picturesque village associated with the legend of Gelert.
- Llanberis: A village at the foot of Snowdon, popular with walkers and climbers.
- Abersoch: A popular seaside village on the Llŷn Peninsula.
- Portmeirion: A unique Italianate village designed by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis.
- Aberdyfi (Aberdovey): A village and harbour resort on the Dyfi estuary.
- Criccieth: A coastal village dominated by its castle.
- Nefyn: A village on the north coast of the Llŷn Peninsula.
- Morfa Nefyn: A village near Nefyn, known for its golf course.
- Llanfair: Several villages in Gwynedd have this name, meaning "Church of Mary." Further specification may be needed.
Mountains and Peaks:
- Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa): The highest mountain in Wales.
- Cader Idris: A mountain range with a distinctive chair-like shape.
- Tryfan: A distinctive and challenging peak in the Ogwen Valley.
- Glyder Fach: Another prominent peak in the Glyderau range.
- Glyder Fawr: The highest peak in the Glyderau range.
- Moel Siabod: An isolated peak offering panoramic views.
Lakes (Llynnoedd):
- Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake): The largest natural lake in Wales.
- Llyn Ogwen: A lake in the Ogwen Valley, popular with walkers.
- Llyn Padarn: A lake near Llanberis, used for watersports.
- Llyn Peris: Another lake near Llanberis, associated with the Dinorwig Power Station.
Valleys:
- Nant Gwynant: A scenic valley leading to Snowdon.
- Ogwen Valley (Dyffryn Ogwen): A dramatic valley popular with climbers and walkers.
- Glaslyn: A valley and river renowned for beauty.
Islands:
- Bardsey Island (Ynys Enlli): An island off the tip of the Llŷn Peninsula, known for its wildlife and religious history.
Other Notable Places/Features:
- Menai Strait: The narrow stretch of water separating Anglesey from mainland Wales.
- Llŷn Peninsula (Pen Llŷn): A peninsula known for its rugged coastline and charming villages.
- Snowdonia National Park (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri): A protected area encompassing a large part of Gwynedd.
- Dinorwig Quarry: A former slate quarry, now home to the Electric Mountain visitor attraction.
- Ffestiniog Railway: A historic narrow-gauge railway.
This list is not exhaustive, and many other smaller settlements and geographical features exist within Gwynedd.