For Condé Nast Traveler, by Meredith Carey.
You may not like his character Ramsay Bolton on HBO’s award-winning “Game of Thrones” — OK, hate is a better word — but off-screen, Iwan Rheon is far more amiable. Named Wales’s official ‘Year of Legends’ ambassador for 2017, the Welsh actor shared with Traveler a few must-see spots in his home country, including the dramatic mountains of Snowdonia, impressive cathedrals and rural islands inhabited by puffins. There’s no reason you shouldn’t follow Rheon’s lead, either: With more castles per square mile than anywhere else in Europe (plus, it’s just a two hour train ride west of London), Wales is the perfect intersection of history and natural beauty — there’s a lot to see beyond its most famous, tongue-twisting town.
1. Snowdonia National Park
“Not much can beat the mountains of Snowdonia. The tallest mountains in Wales with wonderful views in every direction. I have fond memories of exploring the mountains with my grandparents. On a clear day there’s nowhere like the peak of Snowdon and you can even get the train up [to the top].”
See our list of the ‘Game of Thrones’ castles we would kill for.
2. Beddgelert
"North Wales has so many hidden gems. Beddgelert is beautiful and recently I visited the Llechwedd Slate Caverns [nearby], which is a great day out."
3. Caernarfon
"All this is not too far from the historic town of Caernarfon with its amazing castle. A stronghold for our language and heritage."
4. Cardiff
"How can I not mention my beloved Cardiff? Home to Roald Dahl and now “Doctor Who.” With the city centre dominated by two glorious monuments: Cardiff Castle and the Millennium Stadium. There's so much more there as well: Victorian arcades, modern shopping. [It's] a vibrant city with bars and restaurants all within walking distance."
See the rest of 'Game of Thrones' Star Iwan Rheon's Guide to Wales on CNTraveler.com
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