Stretching from
peak of Snowdon to Bardsey Island (or Ynys Enlli - Island of Tides), Llyn Peninsula is a unique and beautiful part of North Wales, renown for its natural charm and mild climate. So spectacular is its coastline that many thousands of acres have been protected by National Trust, and vast tracts of land have been designated Areas of Special Scientific Interest. It is a haven for wild flowers and its indigenous wildlife attracts naturalists from far and wide - it even boasts its very own breed of sheep (Llyn Sheep).
From 5th century until Middle Ages, numerous saints and pilgrims followed holy route along Llyn's north coast, and it is steeped in early Celtic Christian history (according to legend there are 20,000 saints buried on Bardsey). Quaint country churches can be found dotted throughout region - an excellent example is St Mary's at Bryncroes, where St Mary's Well was an important stop on pilgrim's route.
Nant Gwrtheyrn, a once deserted quarrying village, now houses National Centre for Welsh Language & Culture. It is also here that you can take a pleasant amble through an area teeming with Mabinogion folklore and natural history.
The remote fishing village of Aberdaron can be found towards tip of Peninsula. Traditionally, it was last stopping place for pilgrims on their way to Bardsey. Its delightful beach has won awards and is always highly popular with families.
For more adventurous, areas magnificent coastline is ideal for sailing (it is known as 'Cowes of North') and other water sports. There are also plenty of facilities for golf, tennis, walking, fishing and horseriding.
