Llyn y Fan Fach, Glacial lake in Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales.
The lake spans 10 hectares at an altitude of 510 meters, with a dam structure on the northern margin of the Black Mountain in Carmarthenshire.
The dam construction at Llyn y Fan Fach started in 1914 to supply water to Llanelli, employing conscientious objectors after initial workers departed.
The lake features in Welsh mythology through the Lady of the Lake tale, where a maiden emerged from waters to marry a local man.
Visitors can reach the lake via a water company road from the Llanddeusant village car park, leading to hiking paths toward Waun Lefrith.
The waters flow into River Sawdde while southern slopes drain through Twrch Fechan and Nant Menyn into the River Tawe system.
Location: Llanddeusant
GPS coordinates: 51.87829,-3.69999
Latest update: May 11, 2025 04:32
Wales features a region with three national parks, including Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire coast park, as well as fortresses like Conwy and Caernarfon castles built by Edward I in the 13th century, and religious buildings such as St. David's Cathedral. The coastline alternates between red sandstone cliffs, sandy beaches, and islands like Anglesey, while the inland reveals mountains, lakes, and valleys such as the Elan Valley with its historic dams. Welsh towns preserve their architectural heritage, with Cardiff as the capital. The Gower Peninsula offers limestone cliffs and sea caves, Tintern Abbey has been a Cistercian monastery since 1131, and Powis Castle features terraced gardens. Former mining regions and botanical sites reflect the country's industrial and cultural evolution.
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