The modern Welsh name Cymru is the Welsh name for Wales, while the name for the Welsh people is Cymry.

Jan 9, 2026 · Wales, constituent unit of the United Kingdom that forms a westward extension of the island of Great Britain. The capital and main commercial and financial centre is Cardiff.

Cymru is a country with distinctive traditions, heritage and culture. It is known as a land of song and a country steeped in myth and legend, which, when you see the awe-inspiring landscape, is no surprise.

Wales has a devolved, unicameral legislature known as the Senedd (Senedd Cymru – Welsh Parliament) which holds devolved powers from the UK Parliament via a reserved powers model.

The modern Welsh name for themselves is Cymry, and Cymru which is the Welsh name for Wales. These words are descended from the Brythonic word combrogi, meaning "fellow-countrymen"

The history of what is now Wales (Welsh: Cymru) begins with evidence of a Neanderthal presence from at least 230,000 years ago, while Homo sapiens arrived by about 31,000 BC.

Community Housing Cymru is the membership body for housing associations in Wales.

Wales is a generally mountainous country with a rugged coastline situated on the central western portion of Great Britain. The country covers an area of 20,779 km², making it slightly larger than Slovenia, or …

Find out about Wales' rich history of innovation and the thriving culture of enterprise. This is Wales: a country shaped by its people, inspired by its places, alive with adventure and opportunity. Glorious …

1 day ago · Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth says he would prefer to form a minority government than enter a coalition with another party after the Senedd election. His comments came after an …