St Govan’s Chapel
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St Govan’s Chapel
🧠 Fact: A tiny 6th-century chapel built into a limestone cliff, linked to a hermit saint.
💡 Tip: Climb down the 52 steps — legend says their number changes on every visit!
Info: Tucked into the limestone cliffs of Pembrokeshire’s rugged coast, St Govan’s Chapel is a mysterious and atmospheric 6th-century hermit's cell. Believed to be built where the Irish monk St Govan sought refuge from pirates, the small stone structure is partially embedded in the cliffside, offering breathtaking views over the sea. Visitors descend steep steps to reach the chapel, said to number differently up and down due to legend. Rich in folklore and spiritual history, it remains a peaceful, hidden gem for explorers, hikers, and those seeking solitude along the Wales Coast Path.