St David's Day in Wales | Discover Wales

Shane Williams sitting on a rock on Tenby's North beach with multicoloured townhouses behind.

Shane Williams: my Wales

Former Welsh rugby union legend, Shane Williams, talks about his career, the places of his heart and what Wales means to him.

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Dydd Gŵyl Dewi | St David's Day

Happy St David's Day!

Celebrating St David's Day with Random Acts of Welshness

Happy St David's Day! (external link)

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Key facts about Wales' most famous clergyman

Learn about the extraordinary life of Dewi Sant, the son of a nun who could perform miracles.

Dragon spirit: the legend of the Welsh ddraig goch

It’s a familiar sight in Wales, but what’s the story of the Welsh dragon and the Welsh flag?

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Random Acts of Welshness

Doing the little things in celebration of St David's day. Try out some Random Acts of Welshness.

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The location of Wales in the world

Where is Wales?

Rugby

What is the Six Nations?

Rugby’s greatest tournament brings Wales together in a thrilling celebration of our national game.

The Welsh wonder who conquered Japan

Learn about Wales and Japan's shared love of rugby and the rugby legend who played for both nations.

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Why rugby unites our nation

Journalist Carolyn Hitt explores how Welsh rugby is linked to Welsh identity and values.

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Ice cream, rugby, and a night at the opera

Although you’ll see Wales and Italy regularly facing off on the rugby pitch, the relationship between the two countries goes back a few hundred years.

Martha Hughes Cannon: a true Welsh-American icon

Martha Hughes Cannon: feminist, polygamist, scientist, politician - and a true Welsh-American icon

From Pontrhydyfen to Hollywood

Richard Burton was the son of a Welsh miner who became a global icon.

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Cymru am byth!

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Castle country

Wales is home to some of the best and most beautiful castles in the world. Here are 12 not to miss.

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Crossing the Atlantic: the links between America and Wales

From presidents with Welsh ancestry to a North Wales football team owned by American A-listers, there are many things that web together Wales and the USA.

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Discover your historical Cymru connections

Always had an affection for dragons or a love for all things Cymru? You could be a bit Welsh.

Dragon spirit: the legend of the Welsh ddraig goch

It’s a familiar sight in Wales, but what’s the story of the Welsh dragon and the Welsh flag?

Explore our shores

Visiting Wales

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Unlock the secrets of our native woodlands

Discover the tranquility and magic of Wales' native temperate rainforests

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Nature & Landscapes

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Gazing to the Welsh heavens

With three protected International Dark Sky Places within its borders, Wales is now one of the top destinations in the world for stargazing.

An introduction to the Wales Coast Path

Celebrating the Wales Coast Path

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The protected green spaces of Wales

Did you know Wales is home to three national parks and five Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty? Here’s an overview of our protected green spaces.

Introducing the National Forest for Wales

Learn about the benefits a National Forest will bring to the landscape and people of Wales.

Traditions and history

History and heritage

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Black hats, petticoats and bedgowns - exploring traditional outfits in Wales

Bedgowns and tall black hats: the 19th-century style we still love today.

Castle country

Wales is home to some of the best and most beautiful castles in the world. Here are 12 not to miss.

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The midwinter majesty of the Mari Lwyd

Jude Rogers uncovers the origins of one of Wales' most eerie midwinter traditions, the Mari Lwyd.

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Christmas and New Year Traditions

When Welsh people wish you 'Nadolig Llawen', they’re not just thinking about ordinary festivities. They're thinking about horses’ skulls, 3am hymn-singing, odd apples, mountain races and seaside swims too. Jude Rogers dips into the deep Welsh midwinter traditions

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Culture

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The Hay Festival – celebrating culture across the world

Find out how the Hay Festival began and has since inspired cultural events across the world.

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The strings of our nation's heart

Celebrating the Welsh harp, our national instrument

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Marvellous Welsh movies

These seven fantastic Welsh films provide a window into our culture, humour and heritage.

The National Eisteddfod is Europe’s largest music and poetry festival

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The stories behind creating inspirational, inclusive art installations

Find out how a Cardiff-based collective is leading the way in creating dynamic street art.

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Celebrating Wales, and Welshness!

Wales celebrates St David’s Day on 1 March

Celebrating Welsh icons

What do dragons, wooden spoons and leeks all have in common? They're all symbols of modern Wales.

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Land of my fathers: Wales’ national anthem

Evoking passion and pride - find out more about the Welsh national anthem.

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Facts about Wales

Find out about the population, climate, symbols, national anthem and more interesting facts about Wales.

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Sport

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Wrexham AFC’s rise to stardom

Wrexham goes Hollywood: the story of Wrexham AFC’s rise to stardom - and back into League One

The soft power of sport

Laura McAllister looks at the Welsh sportspeople flying the dragon flag on a global stage.

Bro a byd - Wales and the world

Crossing the Atlantic: the links between America and Wales

From presidents with Welsh ancestry to a North Wales football team owned by American A-listers, there are many things that web together Wales and the USA.