Traditions

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Ruins of a Cistercian abbey in the sunlight

Ancient pilgrimage trails rediscovered

More than 1,553 miles of pilgrimage trails await visitors in Wales who enjoy walking. The routes – historic routes and rediscovered paths – range from easy one-day stages to tours lasting several days.

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Woman hiker standing on hill, against a blue sky, looking out across the green, mountainous landscape of the Brecon Beacons, Mid Wales.

Six reasons to choose Wales for a sustainable holiday

Here in Wales we're serious about sustainable travel. Find out why.

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A top-down image of a teisen lap cake in a cake tin

Get baking and enjoy this 'cake on a plate' from Wales

Teisen Lap recipe - traditional 'wet' or 'moist' cake from Wales

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A picture of a frying pan containing various seafood items.

A traditional Swansea breakfast

Bring the coast to your kitchen with this delicious breakfast recipe.

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A band performing in St Davids shopping centre

The best of Welsh Language Music Day

Celebrate Welsh language music with us on Dydd Miwsig Cymru - Welsh Language Music Day.

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Criccieth Castle on top of a hill from afar, with the sea in the background and houses in the foreground.

Follow in the footsteps of the princes of Gwynedd

After the Romans the princes of Gwynedd ruled. Here’s a tribute to Wales’ greatest warlords.

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Wales and the USA

There are many ties between Wales and America you can discover across Wales. Find out more.

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A sign on a post that says Wales Coast Path.

Shwmae - and welcome to Wales!

We answer everything you ever wanted to know about the Welsh language but were afraid to ask.

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Traditions

Couple walking on beach at Porthdinllaen.

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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Colourful fireworks.

Traditional Welsh winter celebrations

Celebrate this Christmas in Wales and welcome in the New Year with alternative Celtic traditions!

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people in festive fancy dress on the beach.

Festive swims in Wales

Burn off those Christmas calories and raise money for charity - check out these chilly festive swims.

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Daffodils in foreground with a blurred out building in the background.

Epic ways to celebrate St David’s Day

Why we celebrate St David's Day on 1 March and some interesting ways to join in the festivities.

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