Y Gyrn facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Y Gyrn |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 619 m (2,031 ft) |
Prominence | 24 m (79 ft) |
Parent peak | Pen y Fan |
Listing | sub Hewitt, Nuttall |
Naming | |
Language of name | Welsh |
Geography | |
Location | Powys, Wales |
Parent range | Brecon Beacons |
OS grid | SO012215 |
Topo map | OS Landranger 160 |
Y Gyrn is a mountain peak located in South Wales. It is part of the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park. Y Gyrn is often seen as a smaller peak connected to Pen y Fan, which is the highest mountain in South Wales.
About Y Gyrn
Where is Y Gyrn?
Y Gyrn is found in Powys, a county in Wales. It stands within the Brecon Beacons National Park, which is a special protected area. The mountain offers great views of the surrounding landscape. This includes the A470 road and the Storey Arms outdoor center.
What's at the Top?
The very top of Y Gyrn is a bit wet and soft, like a marshy area. It is marked by a small pile of stones. This type of stone pile is often called a cairn.
Tommy Jones' Obelisk
Near Y Gyrn, you can find a monument called Tommy Jones' Obelisk. This obelisk is a tall, narrow stone pillar. It stands between the summit of Y Gyrn and another peak called Corn Du.