Who are the Welsh descended from? As you probably already know, most Welsh people trace their ancestry to the Celts. As to the genetic makeup of the Celts and the rest of the Welsh DNA puzzle, the answers may surprise…
Power Struggle of the Welsh Kings: Warriors, Warlords and Princes
The incredible book The Welsh Kings: Warriors, Warlords and Princes sends us to the early Middle Ages when fierce men led the independent kingdoms of Wales. In this period, kings like Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, Rhodri Mawr, and Gruffudd ap Llewelyn…
5 Ways Prehistoric Society Advanced in Iron Age Wales
The period we call Iron Age Wales began in approximately 800 BC after new settlers began arriving in Britain—the Celts. These more advanced people developed iron weapons, better tools, and new methods, such as building hill forts for dwellings and…
Famous Welsh Authors Who Inspire Us in Any Language
These famous Welsh authors, whose names and words have carried through history, inspire us with their timeless stories and poems about Wales. Whether they are modern Welsh authors like Bethan Gwanas or poets from the Middle Ages like Dafydd ap…
9 Welsh History Books That Rediscover the Land of the Dragon
This compelling collection of 9 Welsh history books covers every historical period of the beloved country of Cymru. The authors guide us from the Stone Age to the princes and kings of the old Welsh kingdoms. We see how stories…
7 YA Fantasy Romance Novels With Celtic Mythos and Magic
The pages of these YA fantasy romance novels are simmering with Celtic mythology, magic, adventure, and complicated love. Whether you’re familiar with the lore and beliefs of the Celts or not, these vivid tales will surely capture your heart. If…