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Интересные факты про Wales. и Про королевскую семью главное. на англ. языке

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Wales is the land of rocks, mountains and valleys. There is a region in the high Cumbrian Mountains called Snowdonia. Its scenery is the pride of Wales. Snowdonia is named after the highest peak of these mountains — Snowdon at 1,085 metres above sea level.The Welsh people call their country Cymru. The largest cities in the south of Wales are Cardiff, Swansea and Newport. The greatest concentration of people lives in these cities. The largest town in the north of Wales is Wrexham.

The Welsh language is spoken widely, especially in the north of the country. It is one of the Celtic languages. It is still the first language for many people.

Wales is often called "the land of song". The Welsh people, especially in rural ares are fond of poetry, singing folk songs and playing the harp. There are a lot of choirs in Wales. Each of the major periods of history has left its mark on Wales, some more attractive than the others. Wales is "the land of castles". And the Normans were the first to build castles here. Wales is famous for Eisteddfod. It is the largest and oldest festival of Welsh culture, which is held every year in different areas of Wales.

Eisteddfod is actually an association of poets, writers, musicians, artists and individuals who have made a significant and distinguished contribution to the Welsh language, literature, and culture. The colour of their costumes — white, blue or green — is indicative of their various ranks.

 

Answer 2

Interesting Facts about Wales

- Wales is a country that is part of the United Kingdom, located in the western part of Great Britain [[9]](https://znanierussia.ru/articles/%D0%92%D0%B5%D0%BB%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B8%D1%82%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B8%D1%8F). - The official name of Wales in Welsh is "Cymru". - Wales has a rich history and cultural heritage. It has a distinct Celtic culture and language, with Welsh being the official language alongside English. - Wales is known for its beautiful landscapes, including mountains, valleys, and coastline. It is home to Snowdonia National Park, which has the highest mountain in Wales, Mount Snowdon. - Wales has a strong tradition of music and poetry. The Welsh national anthem, "Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau" (Land of My Fathers), is sung at sporting events and other occasions. - The Welsh flag features a red dragon on a white and green background. The dragon is a symbol of Wales and represents bravery and strength.

The British Royal Family

- The British Royal Family is one of the most well-known and influential royal families in the world. - The current reigning monarch is Queen Elizabeth II. She ascended to the throne on February 6, 1952, following the death of her father, King George VI. - Queen Elizabeth II is the longest-reigning monarch in British history, surpassing the previous record held by her great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria. - The Queen is married to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. They were married on November 20, 1947, and were together until Prince Philip's death on April 9, 2021. - The Queen and Prince Philip have four children: Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, and Prince Edward. - Prince Charles is the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II and is the heir apparent to the British throne. He is married to Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall. - Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, is the eldest son of Prince Charles and is second in line to the throne. He is married to Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, and they have three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. - The British Royal Family carries out various official duties and engagements, representing the United Kingdom both domestically and internationally. They also play a ceremonial role in the country's traditions and events.

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