Although it’s a part of the United Kingdom, Wales has a charm all of its own. English may be its first language, but the residents have managed to retain a distinct cultural identity and with more than 500,000 Welsh language speakers it’s officially a bilingual country. There are many things Wales is well known for, including its love of singing, which in part is due to the eisteddfod tradition. Another symbol of Welsh identity is Rugby Union.
If you’re planning a trip to Wales, there are many different locations you can visit, depending on what you want from your vacation. It’s a largely mountainous country with more than 1,680 miles of coastline. There are also a number of beautiful and modern cities towns you can use as a base for exploring. Here’s a brief overview of just four of them.
Swansea
When it comes to cities in Wales, the capital Cardiff is likely to get the largest number of visitors, but the city of Swansea has just as much to offer. What makes Swansea a great location for a vacation is that it’s a waterfront city where you can walk along the beach, enjoy fish and chips and experience a traditional beach holiday as well as enjoying the benefits of city living. It’s a popular spot for families, business people, couples and singles, with something for everyone.
Cultural highlights include Proms in the Park, the International Jazz Festival, the Liberty Stadium, the Dylan Thomas Theatre, the National Waterfront Museum, the Vivian Art Gallery and the Mission Gallery. Single travelers don’t have to worry if they’re looking for company because Swansea Escorts can provide a companion for a couple of hours or the evening if you’d prefer.
Aberystwyth
Aberystwyth is a bustling university town with bars that buzz during term time and a beach that’s filled with families with their bucket and spades during the height of the summer. The terrace of grand Georgian houses also provides visitors with a glimpse of its previous popularity as a stately seaside resort. There’s some history to experience with a massive Iron Age fortress overlooking the town and the remains of Wales first Norman castle.
Caernarfon
The city of Caernarfon is best known for its spectacular 13th Century castle. It was first built as a royal palace but also served as a military stronghold for Edward I. The inner buildings and apartments have disappeared but the defenses, towers and walks still survive. There are some fine Georgian building along the cobbled streets of the town’s old walled town, and it’s another spot that can be used as a base if you want to explore the mountains of Snowdonia.
Llandudno
Llandudno is one of the largest seaside resorts in Wales and visitors flock there in their thousands every year to experience its charm. It first became popular in Victorian times thanks to the promenade that stretches along the northern beach and a 2,300 foot pier that juts into the bay. It’s also a great spot from which to explore the mountains of the Snowdonia National Park.