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Skip to main content English English Cymraeg Français Deutsch Español English (US) 日本語 Homepage Lifestyle Visit Economy About News Pause video This is Wales Welcome to Wales! It's a country with a warm heart, a rich history, and an exciting future. Topics: Overview Attractions Identity © Hawlfraint y Goron / Crown Copyright This is Wales: a country shaped by its people, inspired by its places, alive with adventure and opportunity. Celebrating Wales, and Welshness! Wales celebrates St David’s Day on 1 March Celebrating Welsh icons What do dragons, wooden spoons and leeks all have in common? They're all symbols of modern Wales. Topics: Traditions National Symbols Myths & Legends 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 Facts about Wales Find out about the population, climate, symbols, national anthem and more interesting facts about Wales. Topics: Information Geography Transport & Travel Cities in Wales Find out more about the six cities Wales has to offer: Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Bangor, St Davids and St Asaph. Topics: Information Geography Towns & Cities What’s in a name? Discover the origins and meanings of some of Wales' unique place names. Topics: Information Geography Two Michelin stars are just for starters Discover one of the UK's top rated and Michelin star restaurants, where Gareth Ward champions all the best locally grown produce. Topics: Meet Mid Wales Restaurants & Dining Welsh Produce National treasures – get to know these Welsh celebrities Meet our national treasures: Welsh celebrities and famous people A passion for learning Universities in Wales provide education for thousands of international students each year and offer a range of courses in many locations. Topics: Overview Education Fighting the threat of cyber crime Discover how Airbus and Cardiff University have teamed up to fight cyber crime in the UK. Topics: The Big Story Education Business Technology The National Eisteddfod is Europe’s largest music and poetry festival Pause video A question of balance A scenic commute, surfing after work and weekend festivals make it possible to find the perfect work-life balance in Wales. Topics: Overview A thriving enterprise Find out about Wales' rich history of innovation and the thriving culture of enterprise. Topics: Overview Business Technology The new black gold Find out how award-winning coffee is helping to regenerate the Welsh town of Ammanford. Topics: Made West Wales Business Heart of the nation National Poet Ifor ap Glyn explains how language is at the heart of Welsh daily life. Topics: Ideas Identity A clean slate for motoring Find out how the eco-friendly Riversimple Rasa aims to revolutionise Welsh car manufacturing and change the way we drive. Topics: Made Mid Wales Business Around 19% of Wales has official Dark Sky status – perfect for stargazing  Pause video The race to zero waste Putting environment and sustainability at the top of the Welsh agenda. Topics: Ideas Business Shopping © Hawlfraint y Goron / Crown Copyright Sophie Howe, Future Generations Commissioner for Wales Wales' Well-being of Future Generations Act is the first law in the world that addresses global problems like climate change, poverty health and inequalities. Commissioner Sophie Howe tells us more. Topics: Ideas Information Putting on a show There’s nothing we like better in Wales than a live performance. Discover more about Welsh festivals and events. Topics: Music Overview Festivals Arts 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 Find your bearings Get to know Wales with a guide to the Welsh geography. Topics: Information Geography Transport & Travel Wales ranks second in the world for recycling household waste  Wales has 8 universities and 14 further education colleges  How we found our perfect practice Find out how a couple of doctors are enjoying both professional and family life after relocating to South Wales. Topics: Out of Office South Wales Business 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 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 The cultural links between Wales and Japan A summary of the strong links between Wales and Japan, from arts and culture to sport and business Topics: Overview Around 3.1 million people live in Wales – that’s 4.8% of the UK population  Site Wales Wales This is Wales. Alive with adventure and opportunity Visit Wales Inspiration for things to do and places to stay in Wales. Trade & Invest Wales Information about Wales’ key business sectors. Turn on/off your animations © Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown Copyright © Welsh Government 2022 Footer navigation Accessibility Cookie Controller Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Legal FAQs About Wales.com Sitemap Facebook Twitter Media and Press Centre Before you start... Animations This site uses animations - these my cause issues for some people and can be turned off. Turn on/off your animations We'd Like to Hear from You By answering a few questions, we'll give you the chance to win £500.  OK