North Wales Overview

North Wales is a land of impressive fortresses. Edward I built an “iron ring” of castles in the 12th century to aid in his campaigns against the Welsh kings, who defended their land in the natural strongholds of Snowdonia. Their patriotism is still evident in signs printed only in Welsh and devotion to local traditions. To escape the crowds swarming the coastal castles, head to Snowdonia National Park, which spans most of northwest Wales. To the west, the Llŷn Peninsula’s sandy beaches beckon; to the northwest, the Isle of Anglesey is rich in prehistoric remains; and to the east, quiet villages sit in the Vale of Conwy.

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