Wales is a country in southwest Great Britain known for its rugged coastline, mountainous national parks, distinctive Welsh language and Celtic culture. Cardiff, the capital, is a refined coastal city with a nightlife scene and a medieval castle...
Capital: Cardiff
Official languages: Welsh and English
Currency: Pound sterling
Population: 3.136 million (2019)
Area: 8,016 mi²
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It is bordered by the Irish Sea to the north and west, England to the east, the Bristol Channel to the south, and the Celtic Sea to the south-west. As of 2021, ...
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