Cardiff - Caerdydd
by Goner
Cardiff is a seaport as it's built on the tidal estuary of the River Taff. Since it's decline in coal mining, Cardiff has restored and revitalized and has done a great job in attracting tourists - such as myself.
I did some reading about Cardiff before my adventure to the UK, it was Cardiff Castle that peaked my interest, but upon arriving in Cardiff I found a city full of history and a marvelous St Fagans park and heritage center that brought history to life.
The planners of Cardiff have added new buildings that they should be proud of. It's a very progressive city but still wears it's heritage well by using the many of the beautiful old buildings for market places and revitializing the dock area. Of course St Fagans and Cardiff Castle were first on the list, but I also enjoyed the architecture in the row houses that lined the shady streets.
Did You Know?
by M0B1US
DID YOU KNOW...? (BBC Cardiff Website)
Cardiff is said to have more parks, recreation and open spaces per head of population than any other city in the UK, including the huge and sprawling Bute Park in the centre of the city.
Spillers on The Hayes is the oldest record shop in the world, established in 1894 when it sold sheet music.
Cardiff City are still the only non-English club to win the FA Cup, beating Arsenal 1-0 in the 1927 final at Wembley. In fact, the trophy was generally known as the English Cup until the Bluebirds' famous victory.
Author Roald Dahl was born in Cardiff to Norwegian parents - the Oval Basin in the bay has been renamed Roald Dahl Plass in his honour.
The first million pound cheque in the World was signed at the Coal Exchange in Cardiff Bay.
Comedian Bob Hope's parents were married in Cardiff in April 1891.
The first British news film ever recorded was of the Prince and Princess of Wales visiting the Cardiff exhibition of 1896.
Captain Scott, of Antarctic fame, made his final voyage from Cardiff port.
Marconi broadcast the first radio signal in the world across water from nearby Lavernock Point.
The Welsh name for Cardiff is Caerdydd which has two meanings. The first is "seat of Dydd", with the identity of Dydd being uncertain, but probably the Roman commander Aulus Didius. The second is that it could stand for "fortress on the Taff" - you decide... ;-)
Six Nations Campaign
by bobsreturn2004
There are three things us Welsh do really well.One is Drink Beer,Two is to talk as much as possible and three is to follow the Welsh rugby team.We love Rugby and after a good number of years in the wildreness(espicially after 2003 and 2004 six nations tournament).We did the improbable and won the six nations championship.Be very aware though if you want to go and see the game,get tickets early.Most six nation home games are sold out within minutes,Secondly if your not going to the stadium and want to see a game get there as early as possible.Last Year for example during the Ireland game, most pubs were packed at 10am.
The Millenium Stadium has a great view anywhere you sit, expect to pay less the further up you go though. A Camera is a must,A mobile phone.Do not even try and bring in alchol, they will just turn you back around.
Penarth
by HORSCHECK
Penarth is a small seaside resort on the South Wales Coast. It has a long Esplanade, many Victorian houses, nice gardens and a typical British pier which was built in 1894. From Penarth you can take a nice walk along the seaside in the direction of Lavernock Point. Interestingly enough, the lovely lady at the Tourist Information Office didn't know anything about that path.
Penarth is situated about 5 miles south of Cardiff and it is well served by local trains or buses. Catch bus No. 92, 93, or 94 at Cardiff Central Bus Station to get to Penarth.
Welsh Hawking center
by percy961
At the Welsh Hawking Centre you will see over 200 Birds of Prey including Eagles, Owls, Hawks, Falcons and Buzzards. They can be seen and photographed in the mews, weathering ground, breeding and if you are fast enough, flying! We pride ourselves on the personal contact we have with our visitors, so please ask any of the staff any questions or help you may need
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