Friday, May 21, 2010

Snowdonia

". . . when you are on your own you start to look at nature, and to love it." - Erich Maria Remarque

In an earlier blog where I reviewed All Quiet on the Western Front I pulled this quote from the book. It's a true statement and has a lot of meaning to me. During the many weekends that I spend alone in Ireland, I try to get out and see something - nature specifically. It's a way to distract me from thinking about how much I miss Beth and RJ. Last weekend, I was very distracted by the beauty of North Wales. It was gorgeous. I don't think I can properly describe how magical and beautiful the area is, so I'll just show you pictures.


The Roman Fortress at Caernafon


Swallow Falls near Betws-y-Coed


The Snowdonia Mountain Railroad
It takes you to the peak of Mount Snowdon (1085 meters)
A wonderful view if there aren't any clouds. I got clouds.


Some Perspective - That's Mount Snowdon in the clouds at the top right of the picture below.


Sunset over Mount Snowdon after hiking halfway up it along The Miner's Track.


Castle Dolbadarn


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