These are the most spectacular views in the UK

April 11, 2017Apr 11, 2017, 2:24 PM GMT+1

Four scenic landscapes: mountain lakes, a natural arch at sunset, a snowy peak at dawn, and a rock pool at sunset.

Britain is home to some incredible architecture, outstanding natural beauty and breathtaking vistas, but none are more spectacular than the view from the summit of Mount Snowdon, according to a new survey. More than 2,500 people took part in a study commissioned by Samsung to celebrate the launch of the new Galaxy S8 smartphone, taking their pick from a longlist of both ancient and modern sights across the UK, with Snowdonia in Wales taking the crown of the greatest British view.

Other landmarks to make the list spanned from the Three Sisters Mountains in Scotland to St Ives Bay in Cornwall, with the Houses of Parliament in London, Brecon Beacons and Kings College Cambridge all making the list. And it appears there are a few key criteria that make up a quintessentially British view including rolling countryside, rugged coastlines and country villages some of the top British scenes we know and love. Click through the gallery to see which landmarks made the cut – how many have you visited?

Aerial view of a serene mountain lake with moss-covered rocks and green grass.

1. Snowdonia – view of Llyn Llydaw from Mount Snowdon summit, Wales

With its incredible views across mountain lake Llyn Llydaw, it's easy to see why this view from the Mount Snowdon summit has been voted as the best view in Great Britain.

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Two people hike through a lush, green valley with foggy mountains in the background.

2. Scottish Highlands – view of Three Sisters mountains, Gl encoe Valley, Scotland

Visitors to the Scottish Highlands will be familiar with the sight of the picturesque Three Sisters mountains that sit in Glencoe Valley.

Large stone structures in a grassy field under a cloudy sky with people visiting.

3. Stonehenge, Wiltshire, England

One of Britain's most famous – and oldest – tourist attractions, it's no wonder Stone Henge made the shortlist of the UK's greatest views.

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Empty beach with a person walking near the shore, buildings in the distance.

4. St Ives Bay, Cornwall, England

Beaches don't get much prettier than St Ives Bay in Cornwall.

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Panoramic view of a valley with a lake, rocky cliffs, and distant town.

5. Cheddar Gorge, Somerset, England

With dramatic cliffs that rise some 450ft, Cheddar Gorge has been named as an Area of Outstanding Beauty and has long been a popular attraction for families and nature lovers alike.

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A serene lake with wooden posts and rocks, surrounded by hills under a partly cloudy sky.

6. Loch Ness – view from Dores, Highland, Scotland

The view across Loch Ness from Dores in the Highlands is one of three Scottish views to make the top ten.

A tranquil lake surrounded by yellow flowers and mountains in the background.

7. Buttermere, Lake District, England

With three stunning lakes, dramatic fells, farms and woodland, Buttermere is one of the most picturesque areas in the Lake District.

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A bridge with a red bus crossing over a river, Big Ben clock tower in the background.

8. Parliament and Big Ben - view from Westminster Bridge, London, England

Britain's top views aren't all dramatic mountain ranges or countryside; this view from Westminster Bridge over Parliament and Big Ben is one of the most popular in Britain.

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Rocky coastal landscape with two people standing on the cliff edge, overlooking the sea.

9. Giant's Causeway, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

Giants Causeway is Northern Ireland's only UNESCO World Heritage site, and features six must-see sights including the Giant's Boot and the Grand Causeway.

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