Whether you’re visiting Wales or just want to learn more about this fascinating country, some of these Wales history facts may surprise you. Not only is Wales home to one of the world’s oldest trees but humans have continuously inhabited…
Powerful Ancient Welsh Symbols and Their Meanings
Ancient Welsh symbols trace back to the Celtic tribes of Wales, even before Welsh was spoken. They are closely tied to nature, spirits and deities, warriors and fighting, and the Otherworld. Some symbols, like the red dragon, have become well-known…
11 Deities of the Iron Age Religion of Welsh Celts
The Celts were a diverse collection of tribal societies that once occupied much of Europe, the Iberian Peninsula, and the British Isles. While they were divided in many ways, they shared a common language, customs, and their Iron Age religion. …
3 Delicious Morsels From Welsh Cakes History (Recipe Included)
Welsh cakes history is as rich as the treats themselves. Compared to other delectable dishes from Cymru, Welsh cakes are a relatively modern addition to this colorful country’s menu. These tasty yet simple-to-make cakes are a little like a pancake,…
The True Fighting Spirit of the Ordovices Tribe
During the Iron Age and Roman Era, the Ordovices tribe lived in what is now south Clwyd and south Gwynedd in North Wales. They were great warriors and nearly wiped out an entire Roman regiment. However, even these brave fighters…
Ancient Wales: The Stone Age to the Renaissance
The term “ancient Wales” covers a vast period that reaches back into antiquity before the first humans settled in what is now Cymru (Wales). It ends with the conclusion of the Renaissance in Britain in 1642. During the millennia in…