Wales - Wikipedia
Wales (Welsh: Cymru [ˈkəmrɨ] ⓘ) is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It is bordered by the Irish Sea to the north and west, England to the east, the Bristol Channel to the south, and the Celtic Sea to the south-west. As of 2021 [update], it had a population of 3.2 million. [ 2 ]
Wales | History, Geography, Facts, & Points of Interest | Britannica
2 天之前 · Wales, constituent unit of the United Kingdom that forms a westward extension of the island of Great Britain. Its capital and main commercial and financial center is Cardiff. Famed for its rugged landscape, Wales retains aspects of Celtic culture that are markedly different from those of its English neighbors.
History of Wales - Wikipedia
Wales became part of the Kingdom of Great Britain in 1707 and then the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland in 1801. Yet, the Welsh retained their language and culture despite heavy English dominance.
Wales Maps & Facts - World Atlas
2023年4月18日 · Wales is a country, that is located in the southwestern region of the United Kingdom and forms the westward extension of Great Britain Island. It is geographically positioned in the Northern and Western hemispheres of the Earth.
Culture of Wales - Wikipedia
The culture of Wales is distinct, with its own language, customs, festivals, music, art, cuisine, mythology, history, and politics. Wales is primarily represented by the symbol of the red Welsh Dragon, but other national emblems include the leek and the daffodil.
History of Wales, the Roman conquest, and incorporation into …
Wales, Welsh Cymru, Principality, constituting an integral part of the United Kingdom. It occupies a peninsula on the western side of the island of Great Britain. Area: 8,006 sq mi (20,735 sq km). Population: (2011) 3,063,456. Capital: Cardiff. The population is of Celtic, Anglo-Saxon, and Anglo-Norman ancestry. Languages: English, Welsh.
All About Wales [Everything You Need to Know] - Wales Guidebook
2023年8月29日 · Wales is known for its rolling landscapes, having more castles than any other country in Europe, and for its unique flag featuring the red Welsh dragon. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about Wales.
Introduction to Wales - Visit Wales
Wales is a country with distinctive traditions, heritage and culture. It is known as a land of song and a country steeped in myth and legend, which, when you see the awe-inspiring landscape, is no surprise.
Visiting Wales | Wales.com
Discover Wales, your way. Our inspiring landscapes are the perfect backdrop for epic trips. We've hundreds of castles and ancient ruins, endless rolling hills and valleys, snow-capped mountains, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and internationally-recognised Dark Skies to offer.
Wales profile - Overview - BBC News
2017年6月15日 · Wales is a large peninsula in western Britain, divided from England by major rivers and mountain ranges. It steadily fell under Norman then English rule in the Middle Ages, with the last native...