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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.

Topics:

  • The Big Story
  • History
  • Heritage
Black and white aerial image of Cardiff Docks (historical).

Over the sea: links between Wales and Ireland

Discover the links between these Celtic cousins. Cymru and Éireann - Wales and Ireland.

Topics:

  • History
  • Heritage
Exterior shot of the entrance to an old castle.

Crossing the Atlantic: the links between America and Wales

The Welsh were among the first to settle in the USA and Canada in the late seventeenth century, and the links between Wales and North America are still strong.

Topics:

  • History
  • Heritage
interior of church with highly decorative walls.

Christmas and New Year Traditions

When Welsh people wish you 'Nadolig Llawen', they’re not just thinking about ordinary festivities. They're thinking about horses’ skulls, 3am hymn-singing, odd apples, mountain races and seaside swims too. Jude Rogers dips into the deep Welsh midwinter traditions

Topics:

  • Heritage
  • Traditions
  • Myths & Legends
peach coloured balloon with performer below

Welsh literary greats

Discover some of Wales' great poets, playwrights and authors, past and present.

Topics:

  • Information
  • Arts
  • History
  • Heritage
  • Personalities
A crowd of people sat in a field looking towards an outdoor festival stage with a hill in the background

Celebrated dates in the Welsh calendar

There's a lot going on in Wales, no matter the time of year. Here are a few very Welsh dates for your calendar.

Topics:

  • Information
  • Festivals
  • Heritage
  • Traditions
female looking up in National Museum Cardiff

A history of Wales in 10 objects

From medieval fortresses to scientific breakthroughs. Find out more about Wales' history through 10 iconic objects.

Topics:

  • Made
  • History
  • Heritage
  • National Symbols
brightly coloured buildings of Portmerion, Gwynedd, designed and built in the style of an Italian village

A past to cherish

Learn about Wales' fascinating history and discover a country full of rich culture, heritage and tradition.

Topics:

  • Overview
  • History
  • Heritage
  • Traditions
  • Identity
General view from the south  Caernarfon Castle

Castle country

Wales has more castles per square mile than anywhere else in the world.

Topics:

  • Information
  • Attractions
  • History
  • Heritage
people zip wiring

Turning heritage on its head

Transforming an old slate quarry into the home of the world’s fastest zip line.

Topics:

  • Ideas
  • Attractions
  • Business
  • Heritage
A male voice choir singing in front of a castle that is lit up in red

Poets, singers and stars: Wales’ national anthem

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

Topics:

  • Music
  • The Big Story
  • Heritage
  • Identity

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