The 7 wonders of Wales.

The top tier of Pistyll Rhaeadr in North Wales -
one of the seven wonders of Wales (Dreamstime)

A lot has changed since an 18th century traveller penned a poem that decided on the seven wonders of Wales, but the beauty and appeal of these Welsh landmarks has pretty much stayed the same.

What are the seven wonders of Wales? 

The seven wonders of Wales are based on an anonymous rhyme, penned in the 18th century. The four-lined poem simply lists places in north Wales. Read the full poem below...

1. Pistyll Rhaeadr

Not only is Pistyll Rhaeadr the tallest waterfall in the UK, but it's considerably higher than Niagra Falls, at a staggering 240 feet tall.

Look up at the top in awe as the water gushes down the side of the jagged face of the Berwyn Mountains, splashing the deep green foliage on either side. It then runs through another two tiers, crashing under rock-carved bridges and burrowing its way around beautiful natural scenery.

To get there, start in the village of Llanrhaeadr ym Mochnant and take the aptly-named Waterfall Street, which in four miles will bring you to the bottom of this wonder. Another 20 minutes will take you up to the top, where you’ll get a true sense of the height of Pistyll Rhaeadr, and be able to enjoy views of the surrounding mountains rolling out beneath you.

By Rosie Fitzgerald.

Full story at Wanderlust.