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Gower, Wales, UK
Famous for its beaches, surf and walking trails, Gower also contains exceptional ecological and archaeological sites. Within a few miles of each other are three Nature Reserves, several Sites of Special Scientific Interest and the earliest known human burial site in Western Europe, Paviland Cave.
Llŷn Peninsula, Wales, UK
One of Wales’ little-known gems, the Llŷn Peninsula is a natural extension of Snowdonia. Around a quarter of the peninsula includes superb, unspoilt coastal scenery, long-extinct volcanic peaks and Iron Age forts.
Clwydian Range and Dee Valley, Wales, UK
At its heart is the Clwydian Range, a 21-mile chain of hills stretching from Prestatyn to Llangollen on the lively River Dee. There are wonderful views of undulating countryside from the Offa’s Dyke National Trail, which runs right through the region.
Anglesey, Wales, UK
Most of Anglesey’s coast, from South Stack in the west to Puffin Island in the east, is an AONB. The coast path is a great way to explore, passing wild beaches, flower-dotted heathland and mud flats busy with birds.
Kilpisjärvi, Finland
Despite being small, Kilpisjärvi is one of the largest villages in the Enontekiö municipality of Lapland. The most fascinating attraction is a monument called the Three Country Cairn. It marks a geographical tripoint and is where the borders of Finland, Sweden and Norway meet.