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Historic sites

Topic tag for historical sites in Wales.

An aqueduct spanning high over a river.

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal, a UNESCO WHS

Discover Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal, one of four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wales.

Topics:

  • UNESCO WHS
  • Landscape
  • Historic sites
  • Outdoor
North Wales
Aerial shot of a castle and it's town walls.

Castles and Town Walls of Edward I, a UNESCO WHS

Discover the Castles and Town Walls of Edward I, one of four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wales.

Topics:

  • UNESCO WHS
  • Historic sites
  • Outdoor
North Wales
A tour guide talking to visitors in a former underground mine.

Blaenavon Industrial Landscape, a UNESCO WHS

Discover the industrial landscape of Blaenavon in South East Wales, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Topics:

  • UNESCO WHS
  • Historic sites
  • Landscape
  • Museums
South East Wales
Aerial shot of a village and the slate quarries surrounding it.

North West Wales slate landscape, a UNESCO WHS

Discover the six areas of the North West Wales Slate Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Topics:

  • UNESCO WHS
  • Landscape
  • Historic sites
  • National Parks
  • Underground
North Wales
Aerial shot of a castle and coast

Global travel writers praise Welsh attractions

Travel writers Time Out and Condé Naste name Welsh attractions as one of the best and most beautiful.

Topics:

  • Landscape
  • Historic sites
  • Urban
  • UNESCO WHS
6 December, 2022
The ruins of an abbey with a church in the background.

Rediscover ancient pilgrimage routes on foot

Pilgrimage routes around Wales to be discovered on foot, varying in length.

Topics:

  • Wellness
  • Outdoor
  • Landscape
  • Historic sites
Landscape view of a city and the coast beyond.

Explore St Davids city with new illustrated map

A new illustrated map is unveiled with the aim to inspire more to explore St Davids on foot.

Topics:

  • Historic sites
  • Outdoor
  • Arts
  • Wildlife
22 August, 2022
South West Wales
A boat on a canal with a steam railway in the background.

Days out in and around Llangollen

Llangollen is a great base for FIT holidays. Here’s a selection of places to visit.

Topics:

  • Touring
  • UNESCO WHS
  • Historic sites
  • Outdoor
North Wales
Exterior shot of an historic restored castle.

Hay Castle opens to the public

Following a major restoration, Hay Castle opens to visitors for the first time in 900 years.

Topics:

  • Historic sites
  • Literature
30 June, 2022
Mid Wales
Aerial view of a castle with surrounding countryside and coast.

'Talking Heads' a collection of short films

A variety of short films on products and experiences for the Travel Trade industry in Wales

Topics:

  • Experiences
  • Historic sites
  • Outdoor
  • Guided tours
  • UNESCO WHS
16 May, 2022
An aerial shot of a slate quarry valley, fields and reservoirs.

Industrial heritage in North Wales

Places and attractions to visit to learn about the industrial heritage in North Wales.

Topics:

  • Historic sites
  • UNESCO WHS
  • Transport and travel
North Wales
Aerial view of a castle surrounded by a moat and trees.

Renovation for Caerphilly Castle

Caerphilly Castle will undergo a major renovation to become a world class heritage attraction.

Topics:

  • Historic sites
1 November, 2022
South East Wales

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