Winter must-go! A guide to Snowdonia, the Middle-earth of "The Lord of the Rings"

🇬🇧 It would be a pity not to visit Snowdonia in winter… 📍Snowdonia National Park, Wales ✨Transportation: 🚄 Take the train to Bangor or Llandudno Junction station (buy a Railcard in advance to save a lot❗️) 🚌 Transfer to the Sherpa bus directly to the mountain area (or drive and navigate to Betws-y-Coed) 🚶‍♀️ Walk to Llanberis to start a magical hiking adventure～ 🌟Must-do list: 1️⃣ Brave the summit of Wales, Yr Wyddfa🏔️ If you don’t want to hike, be sure to grab a steam train ticket! 🚂 Hear the gears click as you pass through the sea of clouds, the view from the top is breathtaking! (Steam train operating hours: summer 9:30-17:00 / reduced schedule in winter) 2️⃣ Popular restaurant Pete's Eats🍴 Address: 40 High St, Llanberis LL55 4EU A must-visit before and after hiking! Huge portions of Welsh roast + hot chocolate to recharge instantly💪 3️⃣ Travel to Italy! 🇮🇹 Portmeirion village (Address: LL48 6ER) Colorful houses + snowy mountain backdrop, the contrast is stunning! A great photo spot, a perfect alternative to the Cinque Terre📸 💡Helpful tips: • Winter hiking requires crampons! ❄️ • Book steam train tickets on the official website 2 weeks in advance • Weather on the mountain changes quickly, bring a windproof jacket🧥 ✨Standing at the top of the sea of clouds, you finally understand why this place was chosen as a filming location for "The Lord of the Rings"! Every corner here seems enchanted🔮