Wales…amazing Wales…Wales may not have all the fame or glory of England or Scotland but still is brimming with just as many treasures. There is something about Wales that captures people’s imagination even if it may be just about rolling hills and castles. I am trying to give you a brief description about some really magical places in South Wales. These places have many things to offer and once you step into UK, you can really consider visiting some of these places.

Cardiff:

This is capital city of Wales and it is beautiful, well connected, and highly walkable and has all the amenities of a larger city. There are at least two places that you must visit to rejuvenate yourselves. One is the waterfront at Cardiff Bay and the second is Cardiff’s central market, home to numerous food vendors. You can just have a taste of local cuisine such as local cheese to beers, fresh cookies and creatively flavored Welsh Cakes.

Hay – on – Wye

This place is home to the Hay Festival, a world-famous literary festival. It is the used bookstore capital of the world. Beyond books, Hay-on-Wye has several cafes, antique shops, ice cream shops and restaurants. There is also a castle that will draw your attention. If you love antique things I am sure you will love this place.

Tenby:

You will be surprised to see this place. You will feel as if you are in Italy or France. The Pembrokeshire coast is one of Wales’s greatest draws. There are excellent walking paths and you can go for long leisure walks. The weather can be unpredictable sometimes and you may come across both sunshine and downpour. It is connected by trains. Most of the Wales places are just one or two hours apart by road.

Tintern:

This place is home to Tintern Abbey, which is an incredible complex worth visiting. Tintern Abbey was founded in 12^th Century and went into ruin in 16^th Century. This is an awesome place for photography and to explore. This is situated on the England border, a little distance away from Cardiff. It has also been immortalized in numerous poems.

Swansea and the Mumbles:

Swansea is the second largest city of Ireland. It does not rank very high normally on a traveller’s list but still you may visit this place as it has got its unique importance. This place was heavily bombed during World War 2 and a quick wander around the central market will obviously draw your attention. You can head to Mumbles just outside the city and you will come across some real good beaches. Mumbles is Welsh slang for boots and the place gets its name from a pair of rocks rising out of water. The beaches are lovely and you get beer out of every bar located on the Broad walk.

Jabajak Vineyards:

Wales has a wine scene and some of their wines are really famous, especially the white wines. Jabajak Vineyard is a bit out of the way. It is a good place to stay overnight with great rooms, great food and great wines. The vineyards are a good place to yonder. So if you are a wine lover, certainly Wales has a lot for you.

Laugherne:

Laugherne has two reasons for being famous. It is home to the famous Laugherne Castle and also the home of the poet Dylan Thomas. In fact you can stand in front of the castle and photograph it simultaneously with Thomas’s house in the background. It is lovely charming place to spend a good holiday.

What to eat in Wales

Wales is famous for its cuisines and here are some of the famous things that you can eat in Wales.

Welsh Cakes: 

Welsh Cakes are everywhere in Wales. Usually packed with currents of flavor, they are simply so great with tea. You can have the best of the cakes in Wales from Fabulous Welsh Cakes, near Cardiff Bay. You can get them hot off the griddle.

Lamb:

Wales is the land of sheep, and you will come across Lamb on almost all major menus. It is tender and juicy in almost every form.

Cockles: 

Cockles or tiny clams are one of the most popular forms of seafood in Wales. Also popular are Laverbread, a seaweed puree popular in Wales. You may pair it with some Cockles or a savory biscuit.

Leeks:

Leeks are the official vegetables of Wales and trust me they taste really good. You will like the taste of creamed Leeks.

Faggots:

If Scotland has Haggis, Wales has Faggots: a creative way to use leftover bits of meat. They are usually pork meatballs made primarily from offal and served with gravy. Faggots are delicious and don’t forget to taste some of them especially when you are in Wales.

Snowdonia Cheeses :

Wales is famous for some really good cheese. The Black Bomber and signature cheddar are only a few to name. You will be most delighted to acquaint yourself with these cheeses while on a trip to Wales.

Wales is a fabulous country that can be explored better by foot or by car, especially the countryside. You can admire the scenery, stopping for great food and seeing all the towns along the way. Wales is so full of beauty and charm that it certainly needs exploration. People say Come to Wales and come hungry and for sure, you will have a wonderful time.