Fun Facts 1
Wales is best known for it's __________ that is featured on its flag. The flag has been used unofficially since 1400 when it was carried during revolts against that English; however, it only became the official flag in 1959.
A) Red Dragon
B) Blue Whale
C) Orange Chicken
Red Dragon
Known by the locals as “Aber,” this is an historic university town situated on the west coast of Wales. With 7,000 students attending school in Aberystwyth each year, it’s no surprise that the town is also a popular holiday destination for young people as evidenced by the city’s more than 50 pubs. The seafront features charming Victorian architecture with a wide promenade where visitors can sit and soak up the sun.
A) Flagstaff
B) Elkhart
C) Aberystwyth
Aberystwyth
If you are not sure what these are at first glance, they look like miniature pancakes; however, don't think of them as pancakes. Think of them as if someone took a scone and smooshed it together into pancake form!
A) Welsh Flapjacks
B) Welsh Cakes
C) Welsh Cupcakes
Welsh Cakes
This castle was originally founded in the 12th century, which is now greatly in ruins but it retains several distinct Norman features.
A) Bowser's Castle
B) Coity Bridgend
C) Cinderella Castle
Coity Bridgend
These vegetables are another long-standing emblem of Wales; although, there is no clear reason why. Origin tales range from curing colds to wearing them in battle.
A) Leeks
B) Peas
C) Green Beans
Leeks
This plant is a well-known symbol of Wales. It was introduced in the 19th century by Prime Minister David Lloyd George, a Welshman himself. Their early bloom just in time for Saint David's Day is considered a key reason they were chosen.
A) Peony
B) Lilac
C) Daffodil
Daffodil
Located in northern Wales, this city is best known for its 13th-century castle, which is considered one of the best preserved fortresses in all of Wales. Although the castle was built as a royal palace as well as a military stronghold for Edward I, the inner buildings and apartments have all but disappeared.
A) Cassopolis
B) Caernarfon
C) Coney Island
Caernarfon
This is a dish of hot cheese sauce served on toasted bread. The original 18th-century name of the dish was the jocular "Welsh rabbit", which was later reinterpreted as "rarebit", as the dish contains no rabbit.
A) Welsh Rarebit
B) Croque Monsieur
C) Potjevleesc
Welsh Rarebit
This is a medieval castle in the center of Pembroke, Pembrokeshire in Wales. The castle was the original family seat of the Earldom of Pembroke. A Grade I listed building since 1951, it underwent major restoration during the early 20th century.
A) Minas Morgul
B) Pembroke Castle
C) Camelot Castle
Pembroke Castle
This is a traditional costume in Welsh culture. It was worn by women in rural areas of Wales during the 18th century.
A) The Welsh Man
B) The Welsh Captain
C) The Welsh Lady
The Welsh Lady
Wales does not have a national sport; although, few would deny that this sport doesn't spring to mind. This sport is commonly taught in schools, as well as being played at a professional level by the four major clubs.
A) Football (Soccer)
B) Rugby
C) Cricket
Rugby
Named after the pair of nearly 900-meter hills situated in the heart of the park, this National Park features a landscape of rolling hills, rocky river valleys, grasslands and water meadows. The park is dotted with archeological remnants of Wales’ long history too, including Neolithic cairns, Bronze Age standing stones, Iron Age forts and crumbling Norman castles.
A) Bannau Brycheiniog National Park
B) Brecon Beacons National Park
C) Yellowstone National Park
Brecon Beacons National Park
This dish is a food product made from laver, an edible seaweed consumed mainly in Wales as part of local traditional cuisine. The seaweed is commonly found around the west coast of Great Britain, and the coasts of Ireland, where it is known as sleabhac.
A) Laverbread
B) Cawl
C) Cockle
Laverbread
This is a privately owned castle in Carmarthenshire, Wales, overlooking the River Tywi estuary in Carmarthen Bay.
A) Castell Llansteffan
B) Minas Tirith
C) Hogwarts Castle
Castell Llansteffan
Wales has a vast number of _________. There are around three of this animal for every one person in the country, which is the highest density in Europe.
A) Sheep
B) Dogs
C) Llamas
Sheep
This has been a popular baked good in Wales since the 19th century. They are similar to a scone, only they are baked on a griddle. The main ingredients are flour, butter, eggs, milk, currants, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
A) Welsh Cornbread
B) Welsh Cookies
C) Welsh Cakes
Welsh Cakes
Located in the southeast corner of Wales, this city became the country’s capital in 1955 and launched a number of projects to improve the ancient port city shortly thereafter. The 11th-century castle gives visitors a great introduction to Welsh history, and a climb to the top of the keep offers stunning views of the city and surrounding countryside.
A) Cardiff
B) Snowdonia
C) Anglesey
Cardiff
This is a Welsh stew. In modern Welsh, the word is used for any soup or broth; in English, it refers to a traditional Welsh soup.
A) Haggis
B) Gumbo
C) Cawl
Cawl
This is a medieval fortification in South Wales. The castle was constructed by Gilbert de Clare in the 13th century as part of his campaign to maintain control of Glamorgan, and saw extensive fighting between Gilbert, his descendants, and the native Welsh rulers.
A) Chirk Castle
B) Powis Castle
C) Caerphilly Castle
Caerphilly Castle
This is an annual festival that takes place in mid-Wales. It attracts more than 200,000 visitors across the four-day event. The show includes sheepdog trials, horse riding competitions, live music and falconry. It is often attended by a member of the royal family or the current Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
A) The Annual Welsh Festival
B) The Royal Welsh Show
C) The Welsh Carnival Party
The Royal Welsh Show
This is the biggest and most recognizable mountain in Wales. It's notable for the railway, which allows you to take a train to the summit. This mountain sits within a National Park in North Wales along with 13 other vast mountains.
A) Snowden
B) Black Mountain
C) Penygader
Snowden
An ancient town with a rich history, this city is located in North Wales on an estuary of the same name near the forests of Snowdonia. The dark-stoned fortress of the main castle dominates the cityscape. Built in the 1280s by Edward I, the castle’s mammoth curtain walls and eight round towers remain intact and imposing.
A) Conwy
B) Llandudno
C) Pembrokeshire Coast
Conwy
This is a traditional Welsh tea bread flavored with tea, dried fruits and spices.
A) Colcannon
B) Bara Brith
C) Bangers and Mash
Bara Brith
This is a ruined thirteenth-century castle in Gwynedd, Wales. It is located on a rocky headland overlooking Tremadog Bay and consists of an inner ward almost surrounded by an outer ward.
A) Criccieth Castle
B) Beaumaris Castle
C) Raglan Castle
Criccieth Castle
This is a decorative piece carved from wood, which is a symbol of love in Wales. Traditionally, a man would carve one of these pieces and give it to his sweetheart. Although, nowadays, they tend to be more of a decorative item.
A) Love Forks
B) Love Spoons
C) Love Knives
Love Spoons