Wales Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
country in north-west Europe, part of the United Kingdom
About Wales
Wales was once an independent, though rarely unified nation, with a strongCelticand Druidical tradition. The word "Wales" is an exonym going back to a Germanic term meaning "foreign" which can also be found in words like "Cornwall" or "walnut". When King Edward I defeated Llywelyn the Last in 1282, the nation fell under the jurisdiction ofEngland. At first, it was ruled as a separate country, but rebellion by Prince Owain Glyndŵr (considered in modern times as the 'Father of Welsh nationalism') led to incremental incorporation into England, and Wales was annexed through the Laws in Wales Acts 1535–1542. Since the Act of Union in 1801, Wales has been part of the United Kingdom which includes England,Northern Ireland, andScotlandtoo. Prior to the industrial revolution, Wales was a sparsely p
Top Attractions in Wales
Explore the best things to see and do in Wales:
- ★National Eisteddfod
Where to Eat in Wales
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Bara brith
- 🍴Cawl
- 🍴Ice cream
- 🍴Laverbread
- 🍴Roast lamb
- 🍴Welsh cakes
Wales Travel Guide Sections
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