I’ve gone this weekend on a short break away up North Wales to relax and refresh mind after a busy week. The time was wonderful, filled with enough relaxing and enough adventure!
Visits up North Wales are one of my favourites in the UK so far. The absolute beauty of misty hills, forests and nature is astounding! Waking up and drinking a fresh cup of coffee with mountains in view outside is such an amazing way to begin the day!
On Saturday we (me and my amazing company) went to the nearby seaside, it was a cloudy, rainy day – but of course I loved it! The clouds were casting a dark, gray light onto everything, it seemed like a movie set! The clouds were so dark, it looked like a tornado is about to emerge from them.
We walked among the seaside path, observing small wonders of the sea, that got washed up ashore. We saw beautiful shells, coral remains that still were vibrant in pink or red color, some fish cages that probably fell out of the finishing boats out in the sea… oh and of course a massive remain of sea lion… which at first glance looked like a tree, but then at a closer look we realized it was a massive pile of flesh…. So much for that magical beach walk vibe, eh?
After the ‘thrill’ of discovery, we headed back to the cottage we were staying at, and had a refreshing cup of tea, before spending the rest of the day talking and relaxing in a gentle glow of the fireplace.
Sunday was more eventful! We got up early and headed into a Plas Glyn y Weddw mansion. The mansion was very gothic and elegant, and while admiring it I was just thinking of how wonderful it would be to live there!
The mansion was used to display different artworks from Welsh artists, from paintings to pottery… it was quite magical. We went from room to room, analysing and admiring paintings until deciding to re-vitalize our brains with some caffeine. The mansion had a small café, so off we went for some coffee and cake.
After that wonderful stop we went to the regions of Bardsey Island, also known as the island of 20,000 saints!
We stood on Mynydd Mawr, from which we could see this amazing island in all its glory! There are boat trips available to the island, when the weather permits, but the day we went - wind was so harsh, it was tough to even stay stable walking in this area! I can’t imagine a boat ride in the strong wind, roughness of waves and my sea sickness! So, this day, we just watched from afar :)
Bardsey Island is quite rich in history. Filled with stories of monks, Vikings, pirates... I was stunned to be standing and looking at a such a remarkable place.
It is known as a sacred island, since the first establishment of the Celtic Christian church which attracted devout monks, building a monastery in the 6th century. The dissolution of the monasteries in 1537, left Bardsey in the hands of pirates and marauders. The town later established farming and fishing community in mid-eighteenth century.
The island is known as a place of burial of royalty and holy men.
‘’For centuries, the island was important as it was said it was: "the holy place of burial for all the bravest and best in the land". – say the historic articles I found online.
It is said that there’s 20,000 saints that lie beneath its soil. Some stories also claim that it’s the burial site of Merlin and King Arthur!
So yeah…. Trying to wrap my head around that while standing there, and imagining all the history linked with this place was pretty tough! Quite mind-blowing, in fact.
We were looking at the beauty of the island and admiring the sight of the lighthouse on it, I definitely plan to revisit this place in a better weather and get a boat ride to admire this island’s beauty up-close! If anyone is travelling around Wales- I highly recommend this place.
The day was cloudy and rainy, but as we stood there, the sky started clearing up, allowing golden sun rise to lighten up the sea and hills we were standing on. It was so beautiful!
We headed our way to Bangor, however we run out of time and before we knew it, we had to start heading back to mid- wales… back home.
We gazed up the stars on our way back, among hills and forests, in a very cold but beautiful night. When we got home, had a cup of tea and went to bed, ending this magical day!
Hope you enjoyed this post!
Cheers,
Marta x
Beautiful photography, the ones featuring windows were my favorite :)
Thank you! I loved the gothic design of them! :)
Awesome photo ;)
Incredible pictures. Thanks!
Glad you like them! :)
It looks like some of the remote islands in Scotland. You should venture over to Skye or Mull if you ever have a chance. Some amazing scenery.
Scotland is on my bucket list for sure! Thanks for the tip :)
Love the photos - especially the night time ones :)
Thank you! :)
Sooo beautiful & artistic photos...... I think we can use them all for our desktop wallpaper
Ohhh that's lovely to hear! haha
I love Wales and your stunning pictures have brought fond memories of my childhood. I used to visit my Grandpa's house up there and I remember that gloominess! Have you ever been to Conway Castle? With your photographic skills, you could get some fantastic shots! Voted and following, I look forward to your next installment!
That sounds like such a lovely memory! Yeah, I love those gloomy landscapes! I haven't been to the castle but I shall put it down on my list :) Thank you!
Great pictures there and beautiful concept. Keep smiling & writing looking forward to your next post:D
You're so sweet! Thank you!
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Some lovelshotsy. Hope you have a good time. Love Wales.
Thank you!
Some lovely shots. Hope you have a good time. Love Wales.
Thank you! I apprieciate that! :)
go to bardsey when you get a chance :)
Definitely aiming to get to the island next time I'm there ;)
photos summarized beautifully .... beautiful photos congratulations
Thank you so much! :D
The sky in the beginning doesnt look inviting at all. But you have manage to capture such amazing pictures. 😄❤
I loved how gloomy it was ! Thank you!
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So sweet of you! Thank you! :)
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Thanks for sharing
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Amazing photo
Great post
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Your shooting was wonderful . Thats is best way of relaxing mind on weekend .and your all pitchers loock like movie shorts its silmatick loock
Thanks so much! :)
You're Pictures are Amazing! Love the light contrast, can easily make one feel like one is in a dream.
It was even more beautiful being there in person! Thank you! :)
Wow! Wow! Wow! What a great post. I like your photography style, dark but calm. Hope to see more of your blog. Thanks for sharing😊
Glad you like it! Thank you so much! :)
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WOW great capture.
Cloudy, dark sky or evening of horrible moment in their situation was so afraid, i think there any one could afraid for that situation, but i'm strange you are not to afraid, it be happen you are with your company, so the situation was so grateful, but your caption of pic deeply say me you are lonely there,
I just dont have words to describe how am i feeling after looking at these pictures. I looks to calm and peaceful. I wish i get a chance to travel and see it someday. Thanks for the virtual tour.
Thank you! Hopefully one day you'll manage to see it in person, I'll keep my fingers crossed for you! ;)
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Enjoyed every bit of it.
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I love the photos
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These are really beautiful pictures. Thanks for sharing them with us :)
Thank you for your kind words! :D
These compositions are so damn right, and it seems you are really great at post jobs too! You are really good. I love your pictures.!
Hahah I'm glad to hear that! Thank you! I'm new to blog writing so I'm happy to have got such a positive response! :)
The camera sees more than the eye, so why not make use of it?
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these shots are amazing, love how mystical it feels ...
Thank you! It was magical there! :)
good posting ^^
Wow nice pictures, but i like it more!
those views! stunning! I especially like the last one you can see all the stars on! I bet you would've stayed longer if you could!
Yes! I wanted to stay there forever... loved the night sky.... but it was too cold! haha
I've been to Scotland recently - it was probably as cold as in Wales - but absolutely beautiful place on earth. Didn't wanted to go home, too ;-)
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