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Image of Bryn Celli Ddu (Chambered Cairn) by wiggo

Bryn Celli Ddu

Chambered Cairn

This view shows Bryn Celli Ddu with the rocky outcrop Gorsedd in the distance. Each time I’ve visited this site its been such an experience. First time round bumped into a couple of students meditating the afternoon away inside whilst waiting for the ferry to Ireland! Second time around, when approaching the chamber along the new pathway and to the rear, my partner and I could make out voices coming from the direction of the mound. Upon venturing inside we expected to see other intrepid explorers but the place was absolutely empty! (Of living beings anyway)Weird!! In the right light (or with a torch) it is possible to see the exquisite patterns on the inner stones. The pananoramic views from the top of the mound of the surrounding area and Yr Wyddfa range are superb. A definite must see along with Barclodiad Y Gawres!!

Image of Barclodiad-y-Gawres (Chambered Cairn) by wiggo

Barclodiad-y-Gawres

Chambered Cairn

The entrance to the burial chamber pictured on a windy day in 2002. This was the second time that I had visited this spectacular location, the first being back in ‘95 when I decided to take my new (then) girlfriend on a trip round some of the ancient sites in Anglesey. At that time we managed to borrow the key and enter the chamber. The carved stones are excellent and the atmosphere inside the albeit reconstructed chamber is fantastic.

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