Cymer Abbey 
Llanelltyd,
near Dolgellau, Cadw, Tel.0341 422854
Remains of a small abbey founded in 1198 by Cistercian monks as a
daughter house of Cwmhir. When Edward I damaged the abbey buildings
during his repeated attempts to subdue the Welsh, he granted the monks
£80 compensation. Most notable of the ruins are the 3 remaining
arched windows and columns. See
map
Penmon
Priory
Penmon,
Isle of Anglesey, Gwynedd
Originally
founded in the 6th century by Welsh saints Cynlas and Seiriol, this
peaceful place boasts extensive ruins of a 12th century Augustinian
priory, in addition to an ancient holy well. Nearby is Puffin Island,
site of another monastery begun by Seiriol. See
map
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