This is Wales
Discover Wales' rich culture and history. From world-famous arts to jaw-dropping scenery. It all comes with a legendary warm welcome.
Coronavirus: further advice for visitors
Links to further information relating to COVID-19 and visiting Wales.
National emblems of Wales
Discover more about the national symbols of Wales, including the dragon, a vegetable, a spoon, and a ball.
A passion for learning
Universities in Wales provide education for thousands of international students each year and offer a range of courses in many locations.
Poets, singers and stars: Wales’ national anthem
Evoking passion and pride the Welsh National anthem is key to Welsh identity.
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Fighting the threat of cyber crime
Discover how Airbus and Cardiff University have teamed up to fight cyber crime in the UK.
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The National Eisteddfod is Europe’s largest music and poetry festival
Halen Môn: salt seller
Discover how world-famous sea salt from the Menai Strait achieved its mark of quality and authenticity.
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A thriving enterprise
Find out about Wales' rich history of innovation and the thriving culture of enterprise.
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The new black gold
Find out how award-winning coffee is helping to regenerate the Welsh town of Ammanford.
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Around 19% of Wales has official Dark Sky status – perfect for stargazing
Heart of the nation
National Poet Ifor ap Glyn explains how language is at the heart of Welsh daily life.
A clean slate for motoring
Find out how the eco-friendly Riversimple Rasa aims to revolutionise Welsh car manufacturing and change the way we drive.
A Michelin star is just for starters
Discover one of the UK's top rated and Michelin star restaurants, where Gareth Ward champions all the best locally grown produce.
Putting on a show
There’s nothing we like better in Wales than a live performance. Discover more about Welsh festivals and events.
A history of Wales in 10 objects
From medieval fortresses to scientific breakthroughs. Find out more about Wales' history through 10 iconic objects.
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Wales ranks second in the world for recycling household waste
Wales has 8 universities and 14 further education colleges
Cardigan's bay of plenty
Mandy Walters of Cardigan Bay Fish has the perfect family recipe. Seafood doesn’t get any fresher, or better, than this.
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The vision behind the sound
Learn about how a golden age in Welsh music moulded BBC Radio 1's Huw Stephens and why he aspires to keep that culture alive.
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Around 3.1 million people live in Wales – that’s 4.8% of the UK population
