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Dolgellau (also Dolgelley) is a market town in Gwynedd, Wales, lying on the River Mawddach. It is the county town of the traditional county of Merionethshire.
Originally a Roman military site, Dolgellau was the location of the last Welsh parliament, held in 1404 under Owen Glendower. It later became a haven for Quakers and was also known for gold prospecting.
Attractions in the town include the 13th century Cymer Abbey and nearby Cader Idris.
Dolgellau hosted the National Eisteddfod in 1949. It is twinned with Gueande, France.
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