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Night time photo of the sky in the Elan Valley

Stay and stargaze in Mid Wales all year round

Mid Wales and the Elan Valley offer a range of accommodation for stargazers.

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Castell ar fryn wedi’i amgylchynu gan gefn gwlad gyda mynyddoedd yn y cefndir

Visit our UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wales

Find out how to make the most of your visit to each of the four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wales.

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An aerial shot of a slate quarry with blue reservoirs below

Welsh slate landscape wins World Heritage status

UNESCO World Heritage status has been awarded to the slate landscape in North Wales.

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four surfers on on freshwater west beach

Surf’s up and it’s waiting for you in West Wales

No better place to learn to surf than Pembrokeshire National Park.

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Group coasteering

We know coasteering – after all, we invented it!

With 870 miles of challenging coastline, Wales invented coasteering, and remains its heartland.

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Gorge walking at Adventure Parc Snowdonia

A guide to gorge walking in Wales

Find your nearest Welsh gorge walking opportunity.

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A view of Aberglasney House surrounded by the garden with dramatic blue sky and wispy clouds.

Wales from your sofa - explore the country!

Join us on a virtual tour of Wales, as we go from region to region - via video.

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Garden with a variety of plants including clipped evergreens.

Explore the stunning gardens of West Wales

West Wales has an abundance of great gardens. Here are some stunning displays to visit on your next break.

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The RibRide boat speeding along the river with dramatic skies in the background.

Trips on water to float your boat

Take to the water to enjoy the wonderful scenery along our coasts and canals.

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Portmeirion from above including countryside

Portmeirion on film

Discover how cult film director Alex Cox fell in love with the village of Portmeirion in Snowdonia.

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Seals in the sea around Bardsey Island, North Wales

Welsh wildlife hotspots

Wales is the perfect place to see grey seals, dolphins and colourful seabirds.

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Top down aerial shot of Dolbadarn Castle, Snowdonia.

Heritage and sightseeing

Hear fascinating stories from the past at the best of our Welsh castles, monuments and museums.

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