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Blaenau Ffestiniog

Blaenau Ffestiniog is a town located in Gwynedd in north Wales, with a population of around 5,000.

Located in the mountains of Snowdonia, the town was once a major centre of the slate mining industry. This industry declined during the early 20th century. The town's economy is now largely dependant on tourism.

Blaenau Ffestiniog boasts several major tourist attractions, including the Ffestiniog Railway, and also the Llechwedd Slate Caverns[?] a former slate mine open to visitors.

External Links

http://www.ffestiniog.org.uk/eng/home

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