Two-thirds of the population live in South Wales, including Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, and the nearby valleys. The eastern region of North Wales has about a sixth of the overall population, with Wrexham …

Dec 31, 2025 · Wales, constituent unit of the United Kingdom that forms a westward extension of the island of Great Britain. Its capital and main commercial and financial center is Cardiff.

Wales is a distinctive part of the UK. With its own character, culture and way of life – thousands of years in the making, and continually evolving. Welcome to Wales! It's a country with a warm heart, a rich …

Find out key facts and figures about Wales - the country and its history, getting there, climate, culture and other useful information.

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Discover Wales using VisitBritain's official tourism guide and explore the best things to do, places to visit, attractions and so much more!

Wales is a small country that borders the west of England with a population of just 3.13 million people. Along with England, Scotland and Northern Ireland, it makes up the United Kingdom. It’s...

2 days ago · Counties across Wales hit by new weather warning, as travel disruption and school closures continue.

Wales (Welsh: Cymru [ˈkəmrɨ] ⓘ) is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. Located on the island of Great Britain, it is bordered by the Irish Sea to the north and west, England to the east, the Bristol …

Find out about the regions of Wales: dramatic North Wales; rolling Mid Wales; the coastal West; and the urban South. The epic landscapes of North Wales are alive with action, and a rich, distinctive culture. …