Special Place Case Study: Mt. Snowdon Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Mt. Snowdon?
A
Snowdon is the tallest mountain in Wales at 1085m tall. It lies in the North West of Wales in Snowdonia National Park
2
Q
What are the two ways of summiting the mountain?
A
A 3 hour climb
The Snowdon Mountain Railway
3
Q
How do the different ways of summiting the mountain affect the experience of a visitor?
A
Climbing may be unpleasant and exhausting, but it results in a greater sense of achievement
The train is faster but is very cramped and can be noisy or boring
4
Q
What are two contrasting views of the mountain?
A
The climbing guide, which emphasises safety and realism
The extract from the book, which is very enticing and fantastical
