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Myths and legends

Find out where to discover and celebrate Wales' rich heritage of legendary people and mystical tales.

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Discover the myths and legends of Cymru

Here’s our guide to where to discover the best myths and legends in Wales.

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A day for romance in Wales

Discover how to celebrate the most romantic date in the Welsh calendar, St Dwynwen's Day.

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  • St Dwynwen's Day
  • AONB
  • Traditions
  • Myths and legends
  • Winter
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An Arthurian adventure in Wales

From fabled fortresses to hallowed hoof prints, Wales has dozens of King Arthur sites to discover.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • Myths and legends
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Ancient pilgrimage trails rediscovered

Discover some of the ancient historic and rediscovered pilgrimage routes.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Faith and spirituality
  • Traditions
  • Myths and legends
  • Outdoor
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Calming seaside towns

Discover some of the seaside towns and historic features in coastal Mid Wales.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Trains and railways
  • Myths and legends
  • Urban
Mid Wales
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Delve into the prehistoric treasures of Wales

Uncover the secrets of prehistoric Wales by exploring Wales’ most awe-inspiring ancient sites.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Insider guide
  • Historic places
  • Myths and legends
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Discover the hidden heritage of West Wales

From standing stones and ruined castles to industrial heritage, West Wales is full of hidden history.

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  • Trains and railways
  • Myths and legends
  • List
  • Outdoor
West Wales
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Epic ways to celebrate St David’s Day

Celebrate St David’s Day on 1 March with parades, parties, and plenty of Welsh pride – here’s how to get involved.

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  • Annual holidays
  • St David's Day
  • Traditions
  • Myths and legends
  • National symbols
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Events and days out in January

We've picked top events in Wales to help you plan your next day out in January.

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  • Family
  • Traditions
  • Myths and legends
  • List
  • Winter
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Fall in love on St Dwynwen's Day

Discover the romantic legend of the Welsh patron saint of lovers, St Dwynwen.

Topics:

  • St Dwynwen's Day
  • Couples
  • Traditions
  • Myths and legends
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Find out what's different about these castles…

Looking for castles with strange stories behind them? Here are a few of our favourites.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • Myths and legends
  • Outdoor
An illustration of St David.

Five facts about Saint David

Discover the answers to five frequently asked questions about St David, the patron saint of Wales.

Topics:

  • St David's Day
  • Myths and legends
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Ghostly goings-on in haunted Wales

Haunted hotspots and ghostly goings-on; some of the many spooky places to spend an evening in Wales.

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  • Historic places
  • Myths and legends
  • List
  • Autumn

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