In the green hills and misty valleys of Wales, where mountains loom and lakes ripple beneath ancient skies, the unseen world still hums with life. The Welsh call them Tylwyth Teg—the Fair Folk—a mysterious race of fairies, spirits, and otherworldly beings that have long shared the land with humankind. But these are not the tiny,… Continue reading Tylwyth Teg- The Enchanted World of Welsh Fairies
Author: Karolina Szczerkowska
FAIRY GLEN- BEAUTIFUL GORGE WALK AT BETWS-Y-COED
Welsh folklore is full of legends and myths but there is no surprise- with a landscape like that, you may sometimes wonder if you did not, somehow, woke up in a middle of one of those stories. You know that old inn in the village. Pretty sure if you walked in right now, there would… Continue reading FAIRY GLEN- BEAUTIFUL GORGE WALK AT BETWS-Y-COED
HIDDEN GEM: THE RIVER WALK AT NANT MILL WATERFALL
You know what they say about Wrexham? That the best thing about it is a bus to get you out of the city. I’m sorry Wrexham people- that’s probably something you can hear about most of the cities. And as I may agree that there are not that many eye catching places in Wrexham, all… Continue reading HIDDEN GEM: THE RIVER WALK AT NANT MILL WATERFALL
Little Italy- Corris, Wales
Just outside Corris- small Welsh village between Machynlleth and Dolgellau- lies one of the most unique places in whole of UK. One may wonder through the beautiful woodland and abruptly stop in disbelief. Moment ago you had your eyes on majestic mountains of Snowdonia and now you are face to face with The Leaning Tower… Continue reading Little Italy- Corris, Wales
St Dwynwen’s Day- Welsh Patron Saint of Lovers
St Dwynwen’s Day (or Dydd Santes Dwynwen in Welsh) takes place every year on the 25th of January as is often referred to as Welsh St Valentines Day. Named after Saint Dwynwen, is the day to celebrate love and those close to our hearts. Saint Dwynwen was 5th century princess, the youngest and most beautiful… Continue reading St Dwynwen’s Day- Welsh Patron Saint of Lovers
TGO CHALLENGE 2024 DAY 14- BRECHIN TO LUNAN BAY
The last day of my challenge was actually very short- just over 5 miles! I have walked the most of it the day before while I was struggling to find anywhere to pitch my tent after Brechin and ended up walking extra miles. Despite knowing I wouldn’t have to rush anywhere- I did not waste… Continue reading TGO CHALLENGE 2024 DAY 14- BRECHIN TO LUNAN BAY
TGO CHALLENGE 2024 DAY 13- TARFSIDE TO BRECHIN
One of of the great benefits of walking for me is how much it boosts your metabolism. And even despite all the whisky shots the night before- you may still wake up fresh the next morning even after having as many whisky shots as I did at Tarfside. After leaving the village, I hit the… Continue reading TGO CHALLENGE 2024 DAY 13- TARFSIDE TO BRECHIN
TGO CHALLENGE 2024 DAY 12- GLAS ALLT SHIEL TO TARFSIDE
Tarfside is one of those inconspicuous places on the map. Car park, few houses, pay phone, school, church, public house. Oh wait, public house is not even on the map, I went straight to the spoilers. But if noone told you what Tarfside really is, you could have walked just straight through the village without… Continue reading TGO CHALLENGE 2024 DAY 12- GLAS ALLT SHIEL TO TARFSIDE
TGO CHALLENGE 2024 DAY 11- LOCHNAGAR 5
This year, just like the one before, I’ve added extra day to my route. Not to rest, not to recover, not to walk shorter distances each day. That extra day was for climbing more mountains! Last year I camped by the river, left everything in my tent and went up to tackle Ben Avon. This… Continue reading TGO CHALLENGE 2024 DAY 11- LOCHNAGAR 5
TGO CHALLENGE 2024 DAY 10- BRAEMAR TO GLAS ALLT SHIEL
What would you say if I told you, you can camp at Royal Family’s property? It may be a long way to walk there from Braemar, but if you follow my steps from that day, you will end up by Loch Muick at Royals back garden. And who knows, maybe King Charles himself will be… Continue reading TGO CHALLENGE 2024 DAY 10- BRAEMAR TO GLAS ALLT SHIEL
Outdoors with Karolina 