Welcome to Wales

Welcome to Wales. Where else can you watch quaver-perfect choirs compete at Europe’s biggest music and poetry festival, explore a stunning 870-mile coast along a single footpath, or find the talent and support to build a creative business with global reach?

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This is Wales

Welcome to Wales! It's a country with a warm heart, a rich history, and an exciting future.

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Welcome to Wales

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Facts about Wales

Find out about the population, climate, symbols, national anthem and more interesting facts about Wales.

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Money matters

Find out the facts about currency, making money and the cost of living in Wales.

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A land for all seasons

Enjoy Wales all year round with our guide to the best of Wales in each season.

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Living in a devolved nation

How is modern Wales governed - learn about the Welsh Government and our Senedd (parliament)

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Celebrating Welsh icons

What do dragons, wooden spoons and leeks all have in common? They're all symbols of modern Wales.

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A true Welsh underdog story

In 100 years, the Welsh corgi has morphed from a trusted farm dog into a symbol of the royal family.

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The location of Wales in the world

Where is Wales?

Croeso i Gymru! Welcome to Wales!

Wales at a glance

Little pockets of Welshness

From Cambodia to Argentina, Welsh communities and culture can be found in places you'd never expect.

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Discover your historical Cymru connections

Always had an affection for dragons or a love for all things Cymru? You could be a bit Welsh.

Our people

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Perthyn

In this series, we’ll explore the lives of the people who feel like they perthyn – belong – to Wales.

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Martha Hughes Cannon: a true Welsh-American icon

Martha Hughes Cannon: feminist, polygamist, scientist, politician - and a true Welsh-American icon

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Luke Evans: thinking about Wales

Find out why Hollywood actor Luke Evans thinks Wales is epic.

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Hannah Mills at the wheel of the yacht, sailing in Cardiff Bay

How Wales made me the most successful female sailor in Olympic history

Olympic gold medallist Hannah Mills talks about her early sailing experiences in Wales.

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From Swansea to the world

Who was Dylan Thomas?

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The power and the glory

Welsh athlete Funmi Oduwaiye talks about her sporting career, taking up para-athletics in 2022, and targeting gold in the Paris 2024 Paralympics.