Porth Ceiriad, Beach in Llanengan, Wales.
Porth Ceiriad is a beach on the southeast coast of the Llyn Peninsula with sandy areas and rocky outcrops framing its edges. The water offers varying conditions based on the tide, and the width of exposed sand changes throughout the day.
The beach formed through geological processes over long periods and was used by local fishers and seafarers as a sheltered spot. Its position made it an important point for maritime activity in the region for centuries.
The name carries Welsh origins tied to the sea and its traditional uses. You can sense how this place remains woven into the daily rhythms of people who live nearby.
Access is via a path from the nearby parking area, and it is best to check tide times before swimming. Exploring is easiest at low tide when more sand is exposed.
The rock faces show clearly visible layers that reveal millions of years of geological history. These formations tell a story through their structure of ocean changes and tectonic shifts.
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