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Mynydd Dolgoed
Mynydd Dolgoed - geograph.org.uk - 1011564.jpg
The summit of Mynydd Dolgoed
Highest point
Elevation 604 m (1,982 ft)
Prominence 54 m (177 ft)
Naming
Language of name Welsh
Geography
Location Gwynedd, UK
Parent range Cadair Idris

Mynydd Dolgoed (pronounced 'Min-ith Doll-goyd') is a cool mountain located in the southern part of Snowdonia, Wales. It's sometimes also known as Craig Portas. This mountain is like a long, bumpy ridge that stretches out between two valleys: the Afon Angell and the Nant Ceiswyn. It reaches all the way to a big cliff called Craig Portas, which looks down over the town of Dinas Mawddwy.

Discover Mynydd Dolgoed

Mynydd Dolgoed is a mountain that stands 604 meters (about 1,982 feet) tall. That's almost as high as two Eiffel Towers stacked on top of each other! It's part of a group of mountains known as the Dyfi hills. These hills are found in the beautiful region of Gwynedd, in the United Kingdom.

What Makes Mynydd Dolgoed Special?

This mountain is known for its long, ridge-like shape. A ridge is like a long, narrow hilltop or mountain range. Mynydd Dolgoed starts from a lower point and then rises up towards the impressive cliff of Craig Portas. The views from the top are amazing, letting you see across the valleys and other mountains nearby.

Mountains Nearby

If you look around Mynydd Dolgoed, you'll spot other mountains that are part of the same landscape. To the south-east, you'll find Mynydd Hendre-ddu. If you look further south, you'll see Mynydd Llwydiarth and Mynydd Cymerau. These mountains all create a stunning natural area perfect for exploring.

Craig Portas , from the slopes of Craig Rhiw-erch - geograph.org.uk - 664304
Craig Portas, the large cliff that lies at the north end of Mynydd Dolgoed
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