Llynnau Cregennen and Cader Idris, Snowdonia, mid WalesPhotograph: Visit WalesLow tide exposes the white sands at Dwyryd Estuary, Portmeirion in north WalesPhotograph: Visit WalesPortmeirion on the Llyn Peninsula in north Wales was developed by Clough Williams-Ellis from 1925 to 1975 taking inspiration from Italian designPhotograph: Visit WalesBeaumaris Castle in north Wales dates back to the 13th centuryPhotograph: Visit WalesKitesurfing in Broadhaven, south-west Wales. Wales has established itself as a centre for activity sportsPhotograph: Visit WalesCraig Goch Reservoir in Elan Valley, Powys, mid-Wales. A series of dams and reservoirs runs through the estate, which is owned by Dwr Cymru Welsh WaterPhotograph: Visit WalesElan Valley is a haven for wildlife and several rare birds have been spotted here, including the Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, Peregrine and Red KitePhotograph: Visit WalesLLangollen Canal's impressive engineering and scenery make if one of the most beautiful in the countryPhotograph: Visit WalesCardiff Bay, south Wales. Regeneration of the area, including the Wales Millennium Centre and the National Assembly for Wales Wales, have increased its tourist profile as a major centre of culture and sportPhotograph: Visit WalesFreshwater West in the south-west is home to some of Wales' most consistent surfPhotograph: Visit WalesAbergavenny's famous food festival in south Wales. Wales' growing network of farmers markets offers local and organic produce Photograph: Visit Wales