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View of a modern dual carriageway that curves away into the distance; a line of pylons follows the route and dramatic hills are visible on the horizon
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The A465 close to Abergavenny, with Ysgyryd Fach in the distance. The road only becomes busier and more dramatic as it continues west
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This is an original image for which copyright rests with Roads.org.uk.
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