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Heart of the nation

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

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  • Ideas
  • History
  • Heritage
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Protected produce

From Gower Salt Marsh Lamb to Conwy Mussels, there are some flavours that are intrinsically Welsh.

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

Castle country

Wales is home to some of the best and most beautiful castles in the world. Here are 12 not to miss.

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  • Information
  • History
  • Heritage
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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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  • Information
  • Technology
  • History
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Welsh literary greats

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

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  • History
  • Heritage
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Crossing the Atlantic: the links between America and Wales

From presidents with Welsh ancestry to a North Wales football team owned by American A-listers, there are many things that web together Wales and the USA.

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  • Overview
  • History
  • Heritage
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Arts, cultural, sport and business links between Wales and Japan

There are strong links between Wales and Japan, from arts and culture to sport and business

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  • Overview
  • History
  • Heritage
A Mari Lwyd and dancers.

The midwinter majesty of the Mari Lwyd

Jude Rogers uncovers the origins of one of Wales' most eerie midwinter traditions, the Mari Lwyd.

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  • History
  • Traditions
  • Myths & Legends
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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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  • Overview
  • History
  • Heritage
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Welsh folklore is rich with stories

Everywhere you go in Wales someone will point out a hill, church or a standing stone that has a story of its own.

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  • History
  • Heritage
  • Myths & Legends
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Celtic connections: the story of folk music in Wales 

The musical connections between the Celtic nations run deep. Charles Williams explores the history of Welsh folk music and its modern expressions.

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  • Music
  • History
  • Heritage
  • Traditions

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