Lake Idwal #4 is a photograph by Ian Mitchell which was uploaded on April 5th, 2015.
Lake Idwal #4
The hanging valley of the Cwm shelters a lake with a dark secret concerning the death of a Welsh prince, while the plume of steam that rises from a... more
by Ian Mitchell
Title
Lake Idwal #4
Artist
Ian Mitchell
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
The hanging valley of the Cwm shelters a lake with a dark secret concerning the death of a Welsh prince, while the plume of steam that rises from a crack in the crags above gives the area another name and legend.
The cloud of mist, when viewed from ships at sea, was seen as having sinister origins and the phenomena was christened the Devil's Kitchen.
It is however simply caused by moist air hitting the rock face, forcing it upwards, so that it cools and condenses - forming swirling clouds.
It is also reputed that no bird flies over the lake, because of a terrible accident in the past. It is said that the carer of young Prince Idwal neglected his duties, allowing him to fall to his death from the cliffs of Twll Du.
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April 5th, 2015
