Here are some of the most breathtaking spots you won’t believe are in Wales.
1. The Gower Peninsula, Swansea
The Gower Peninsula became the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1956. With beautiful sandy beaches and waves made for surfing, Llangennith Sands, Three Cliffs Bay and Rhossili Bay are particularly popular places to visit.
The 30km long peninsula is a great spot for a hike, and the broad cliffs are popular with climbers.
Read: Spectacular beauty spots in the UK and Ireland
2. Barafundle Bay, Pembrokeshire
Sand dunes and pine trees come together to form one of the most beautiful beaches in the UK. With no facilities, it may feel a bit remote and unwelcoming – but the simplicity and beauty of this place is worth the trip.
Read: Walk on the wild side on the UK’s Channel Islands
3. Pen-y-fan, Powys
The highest peak in South Wales, Pen-y-fan is an incredible hiking destination in the Brecon Beacons.
The weather can be unpredictable, but the breathtaking views are worth it. Depending on your fitness level, you should be able to climb the peak in two to three hours each way.
4. Devil’s Bridge Falls, Aberystwyth
Devil’s Bridge and the falls surrounding it have plenty of popular nature trails to pick from. To really feel like you’re travelling back in time, take the 20km trip on the steam train from Aberystwyth.
Read: Six wellness walking routes in the UK
5. Portmeirion, Gwynedd
A replica Italian town is not what you expect to find in rural Wales, but there it is in all its glory.
Built between 1925 and 1975, the village is located on the estuary of the River Dwyryd. Portmeirion has served as the location for numerous films and television shows over the years, and is the perfect place for a UK getaway that feels further afield.
Can you believe these beautiful destinations are in the UK? Have you visited any of them? Let us know in the comments section below.
– With PA
