Barmouth
Barmouth is a town as well as community in the region of Gwynedd, north-western Wales, lying on the tidewater of the River Mawddach and also Cardigan Bay. Located in the Historic county of Merionethshire, the Welsh form of the name is derived from "Aber" (estuary) and also the river's name, "Mawddach". The English form of the name is a corruption of the earlier Welsh form 'Abermawdd'. The community is served by Barmouth railway station. The town expanded around the shipbuilding market, and also much more just recently as a seaside resort. Significant structures consist of the middle ages Ty Gwyn tower house, the 19th century Ty Crwn roundhouse jail as well as St John's Church. William Wordsworth, a visitor to Barmouth in the 19th century, defined it thus: "With a great sea view in front, the hills behind, the glorious tidewater running 8 miles [13 kilometres] inland, and Cadair Idris within compass of a day's stroll, Barmouth can constantly hold its own against any type of opponent." Dinas Oleu (Citadel of Light), which is located east of the town on the adjoining hill, was the initial tract of land to be given away to the National Depend on.
