The journey of a thousand miles will begin with a single step
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| The final steps towards the summit of Snowdon |
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The view (east) from the summit of Snowdon
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Lliwedd viewed from the summit of Snowdon
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Snowdonia National Park – North Wales – United Kingdom
Nant Gwynant is a picturesque valley in Snowdonia, which has several footpaths meandering up to the summit of Snowdon. In particular, the Watkin footpath has historical interest. Sir Edward Watkin was a Victorian entrepeneur who retired to a chalet in Cwm y Llan in the 1800s. It was Sir Edward Watkin who created the first dedicated footpath in Great Britain. Such footpaths like the Watkin path opened up the countryside to everyone.
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The Watkin Footpath descending into the
Nant Gwynant Valley
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Interestingly, in the area where the Watkin path was built, was also where commandos practiced during the Second World War. To this day, pockmark scars can still be observed on ruined buildings.
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Pockmark scars from Second World War practice
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Because of a north easterly airstream, the views from the summit of Snowdon were remarkable.
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| The view (west) from the summit of Snowdon |
