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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Helen Coffey

DARK SECRETS: Welsh island becomes first dark sky sanctuary in europe | Vintage Vibes

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A Welsh island is the first place in Europe to become a designated International Dark Sky Sanctuary, meaning it has some of the best-preserved night skies in the world.

Ynys Enlli (Bardsey Island), which sits off the coast of the Llŷn Peninsula in north Wales, has joined 16 other sites to be awarded the certification.

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