Barmouth
Barmouth is a town and community in the county of Gwynedd, north-western Wales, lying on the estuary of the River Mawddach and Cardigan Bay. Found in the Historic county of Merionethshire, the Welsh form of the name is originated from "Aber" (tidewater) and the river's name, "Mawddach". The English kind of the name is a corruption of the earlier Welsh type 'Abermawdd'. The community is offered by Barmouth railway station. The town grew around the shipbuilding industry, as well as much more lately as a seaside resort. Noteworthy buildings include 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, explained it thus: "With a great sea view in front, the mountains behind, the wonderful tidewater running eight miles [13 km] inland, and also Cadair Idris within compass of a day's stroll, Barmouth can constantly hold its own against any opponent." Dinas Oleu (Citadel of Light), which is located east of the town on the adjoining hill, was the very first tract of land to be given away to the National Depend on.