Dolgellau is a market town that can be found in North West Wales.
This is a popular destination among outdoor enthusiasts, due to the plentiful activities available.
There is hiking, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, and walking.
With its position near the foot of the mountain range Cader Idris, visitors may also partake in climbing.
Mountain biking is another popular sport of this area, having access to local trails such as; Coed y Brenin, Mawddach Trail, and Machynlleth.
Entering this beautiful town is achieved via Y Bont Fawr, "The Big Bridge", which is a bridge having 7 arches and spanning the river Wnion.
It was constructed in 1638 but was revised to accommodate the railway.
St.
Mary's Church is an intriguing historical site, having been built in an area where Ffynnon Mair, "Mary's Spring", used to be.
This is said to have had healing properties and many Roman coins were discovered at this site some two hundred years ago.
Visiting the Cymer Abbey is just a short jaunt from Dolgellau.
These ruins were once the site of a Cistercian abbey, which housed a Roman Catholic order of monks.
There is also an exhibition on Quakers at the tourist information center, as well as a Quaker graveyard in town.
History buffs might enjoy visiting the site of King Arthur's last battle; Battle of Camlann.
Train travel to nearby places is also an option, with Dolgellau being the center of three different heritage railways.
A variety of events occur throughout the year, providing entertainment for all who visit Dolgellau.
Sesiwn Fawr is an annual world music festival that happens in July around Eldon Square.
Summer is also the time for Gwyl Cefn Gwlad, "Festival of the Countryside", with its mix of celebration and an agricultural show.
Taking a trip to the charming town of Dolgellau is an adventure in itself.