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Snowdon is the highest mountain in [[Wales]] and the highest British mountain south of the Scottish Highlands. It is located within the [[Snowdonia National Park]] (in Welsh: Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri), and its summit is known as Yr Wyddfa, at an altitude of 1,085 m (3,560 ft) above sea level. The English name Snowdon comes from the Saxon "Snow Dun", meaning "snow hill".

Snowdon is the highest mountain in [[Wales]] and the highest British mountain south of the Scottish Highlands. It is located within the [[Snowdonia National Park]] (in Welsh: Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri), and its summit is known as Yr Wyddfa, at an altitude of 1,085 m (3,560 ft) above sea level. The English name Snowdon comes from the Saxon "Snow Dun", meaning "snow hill".

Snowdon is notable for having one of the wettest climates in Great Britain, receiving an annual average of more than 4,500 mm (180 in) of precipitation.

Snowdon is notable for having one of the wettest climates in Great Britain, receiving an annual average of more than 4,500 mm (180 in) of precipitation. Despite this, over 350,000 visitors reach the summit on foot or via the train every year. As well as appreciating the magnificent views, during the summer months they can take advantage of the refreshment area at the summit. Originally built in 1935 by the renowned architect Sir Clough Williams-Ellis, it is now owned by Snowdonia National Park Authority. However, this building is commonly regarded ar one opf the worst eyesores in the whole of Britain. However, the building is now due to be delolished and a planning application <ref> see [http://www.eryri-npa.co.uk/images/recreation/summit/application.pdf here] for the 2003 planning application to redevelope the summit "cafe"</ref>