Anglesey
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Anglesey, or Ynys Môn in Welsh, is a large, historically and culturally rich island off the northwest coast of Wales, separated from the mainland by the narrow Menai Strait. ????? Geography and Connection Largest Island: It is the largest island in Wales, covering an area of approximately 276 square miles (715 km²). The Mainland Connection: It is famously connected to the Welsh mainland by two spectacular bridges: the historic Menai Suspension Bridge (designed by Thomas Telford) and the Britannia Bridge. Landscape: Unlike the mountainous mainland of Snowdonia (Eryri), Anglesey is largely low-lying and fertile, which historically earned it the nickname "Môn Mam Cymru" (Môn, Mother of Wales) as a vital agricultural centre. Coastline: The island boasts a beautiful and varied 125-mile coastline, much of which is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). ???? History and Culture Ancient History: Anglesey has a deep, ancient history, evidenced by numerous prehistoric sites, including Neolithic burial chambers. It was a significant centre for the Druids and was the last part of Wales to be conquered by the Romans (in AD 78). Medieval Importance: Aberffraw was the capital of the Welsh princes of Gwynedd from the 7th to the 13th century. Welsh Language Heartland: Anglesey is a stronghold of the Welsh language, with a high percentage of Welsh speakers. Famous Village: It is home to the village with the longest place name in Europe: Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch (often abbreviated to Llanfair PG).A Brief Overview of Anglesey ???????????????????????????? A Brief Overview of Anglesey (Ynys Môn) Anglesey, or Ynys Môn in Welsh, is a large, historically and culturally rich island off the northwest coast of Wales, separated from the mainland by the narrow Menai Strait. ????? Geography and Connection Largest Island: It is the largest island in Wales, covering an area of approximately 276 square miles (715 km²). The Mainland Connection: It is famously connected to the Welsh mainland by two spectacular bridges: the historic Menai Suspension Bridge (designed by Thomas Telford) and the Britannia Bridge. Landscape: Unlike the mountainous mainland of Snowdonia (Eryri), Anglesey is largely low-lying and fertile, which historically earned it the nickname "Môn Mam Cymru" (Môn, Mother of Wales) as a vital agricultural centre. Coastline: The island boasts a beautiful and varied 125-mile coastline, much of which is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). ???? History and Culture Ancient History: Anglesey has a deep, ancient history, evidenced by numerous prehistoric sites, including Neolithic burial chambers. It was a significant centre for the Druids and was the last part of Wales to be conquered by the Romans (in AD 78). Medieval Importance: Aberffraw was the capital of the Welsh princes of Gwynedd from the 7th to the 13th century. Welsh Language Heartland: Anglesey is a stronghold of the Welsh language, with a high percentage of Welsh speakers. Famous Village: It is home to the village with the longest place name in Europe: Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch (often abbreviated to Llanfair PG).
