Historic buildings

Discover the history of Wales through our spectacular castles and prehistoric monuments to our Unesco World Heritage sites. Visit market towns and distinctly Welsh villages, teeming with history, or travel to the past at St Fagans National Museum of History.

A picture of Caerphilly Castle's central island from the North.

History in the making

Discover for yourself how to make history at one of Wales' brilliant living history museums.

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A large metal bridge at sunset.

Five great days out in Newport

There are plenty of Newport's in the world – but none quite like this little city on the Usk.

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Headland of the Great Orme.

Grottoes and groves - explore our lush country parks

Get outside and explore some fabulous green spaces in our wonderful Welsh country parks.

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Image of a part of the St Davids Cathedral ceiling with ornate detail.

West Wales' special places of faith

West Wales has a fascinating religious heritage with much of it still possible to enjoy.

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Machynlleth from above.

Spotlight on Machynlleth

Things to do in and around the quirky Mid Wales market town of Machynlleth.

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A view of The Keep tower on a grass mound taken from the cobbled footpath,.

Historic South Wales

Discover the history of South Wales, and its people, through the ages.

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Close view of the entrance Bryn Celli Ddu.

Discover historic North Wales

The history of North Wales is written in it's stones, landscape and legends.

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Two walkers on Hay Bluff looking out over countryside.

Exploring the outdoors around Hay-on-Wye

Cathryn Summerhayes' insider guide to activities and adventures in Hay-on-Wye.

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Tour group in the caves at King Arthur's Labyrinth

Rain doesn't halt play!

Be inspired with ideas for indoor activities and things to do in Mid Wales, even on rainy days.

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Waterfall in Clywedog Valley Wrexham County

New and historic – the inside story on Wrexham

Find out why there is more to this new North East Wales city than you think.

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Colourful interior of St Teilo's Church.

South Wales' special places of faith

Your guide to some of the special sites of faith heritage across South Wales.

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Close up image of the roof and steeple of the Norwegian Church

Intriguing buildings in Wales

A beloved icon in the shape of an apple, the tiniest house. Wales has some intriguing buildings.

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