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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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Wales’ long relationship with the round ball

Celebrations and tribulations: a history of Welsh football, charting the national game in Wales.

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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.

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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.

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Welsh literary greats

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

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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.

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Great Welsh inventions

Welsh scientists, engineers and inventors have been helping to shape the world for centuries.

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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.

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General view from the south Caernarfon Castle

Castle country

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

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