Language

Wales is multi-cultural and officially bilingual. We are home to one of the oldest languages in Europe, which thrives in communities across the country.

Ifor ap Glyn with views of the Sea

Heart of the nation

National Poet Ifor ap Glyn explains how language is at the heart of Welsh daily life.

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Welsh placenames beginning with Llan

What’s in a name?

Discover the origins and meanings of some of Wales' unique place names.

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Eve Myles: learning Welsh was no drama

Actress Eve Myles learnt Welsh from scratch for her role in the popular bilingual BBC TV drama, Keeping Faith. Read on to find out her tips and tricks for learning a language and speaking like a native.

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Wales under 20s women rugby players

Poets, singers and stars: Wales’ national anthem

Evoking passion and pride the Welsh National anthem is key to Welsh identity.

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A fifth of the population speak Welsh – that’s around half a million people

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Patagonia: a small slice of Wales in South America

The incredible tale of why 150 people set up a remote Welsh settlement in South America.

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