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Discover more about Wales from its history and national identity to its celebrated icons - Dylan Thomas and Roald Dahl.  Learn about how Wales is making the world better, and why it's a great place to study, work, and live.

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Tu-Hwnt-I'r Bont Tearooms, Llanrwst during autumn

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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Take me there

You can get to Wales by train, plane, car or even by boat.

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What’s in a name?

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

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A taste for adventure

Glorious landscapes, dark skies, and that warm Welsh welcome. Find some hwyl in our great outdoors

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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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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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Great Welsh inventions

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

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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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Cities in Wales

Find out more about what cities Wales have to offer: Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Bangor, St Davids, St Asaph and Wrexham.

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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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Welsh literary greats

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

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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.

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