Articles related to "Welsh Culture"
Book Review: O Law I Law
This touching Welsh language novel about a quarryman’s life was written by T. Rowland Hughes, and adapted for adult learners by Basil Davies.
welsh • welsh culture • welsh books • t. rowland hughes • welsh literature
This touching Welsh language novel about a quarryman’s life was written by T. Rowland Hughes, and adapted for adult learners by Basil Davies.
welsh • welsh culture • welsh books • t. rowland hughes • welsh literature
Deg Uchaf / Top Ten: The Revival of Welsh
Ten important factors in recent history that contributed to the revival of the Welsh language.
welsh language • welsh revival • welsh history • language revival • language activism
Ten important factors in recent history that contributed to the revival of the Welsh language.
welsh language • welsh revival • welsh history • language revival • language activism
Envisioning Wales
A slight digression into visual communication--how the emergence of early Welsh culture was reflected in its art and artifacts.
wales • welsh art • welsh culture • festival of wales • welsh art history
A slight digression into visual communication--how the emergence of early Welsh culture was reflected in its art and artifacts.
wales • welsh art • welsh culture • festival of wales • welsh art history
History of the Welsh Language, Part 5
During the 20th century, the tireless efforts of language advocates helped Welsh begin to recover. This is perhaps the most exciting time in the history of the language.
wales • welsh • cymru • cymraeg • welsh language
During the 20th century, the tireless efforts of language advocates helped Welsh begin to recover. This is perhaps the most exciting time in the history of the language.
wales • welsh • cymru • cymraeg • welsh language
Midsummer Update – Ysgrif Ganol Haf
Some bite-sized updates on Welsh resources to enhance your summer learning, plus a preview of upcoming articles.
cymraeg • welsh • wales • cymru • welsh language
Some bite-sized updates on Welsh resources to enhance your summer learning, plus a preview of upcoming articles.
cymraeg • welsh • wales • cymru • welsh language
Proverbs for Animals - Par 1
Proverbs about animals - our friends and our foes
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
Proverbs about animals - our friends and our foes
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
Proverbs for Animals - Part 2
More Proverbs about animals
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
More Proverbs about animals
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
Proverbs for Life - Part 1
Proverbs abound in every culture. They can be very much the same in content, yet will reflect the nature of the culture and people. Welsh culture is no different. The series of articles to follow will feature proverbs that encompass life, religion and relationships. I hope you enjoy them
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
Proverbs abound in every culture. They can be very much the same in content, yet will reflect the nature of the culture and people. Welsh culture is no different. The series of articles to follow will feature proverbs that encompass life, religion and relationships. I hope you enjoy them
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
Proverbs for Life - Part 2
More proverbs from Wales as a commentary on life years ago and for us now.
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
More proverbs from Wales as a commentary on life years ago and for us now.
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
Proverbs for People
Proverbs that were for the people, of the people, and by the people!
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
Proverbs that were for the people, of the people, and by the people!
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
Proverbs for Religion
Proverbs reflecting religion, God, heaven, hell and the sins of man
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
Proverbs reflecting religion, God, heaven, hell and the sins of man
proverbs • welsh • culture • life • religion
Proverbs on Communication
Communication has always been a means by which we get feelings and longings expressed. Proverbs have a way of doing much the same thing.
proverbs • welsh • culture • religion • life
Communication has always been a means by which we get feelings and longings expressed. Proverbs have a way of doing much the same thing.
proverbs • welsh • culture • religion • life
Saint Dwynwen's Day
Move over, St. Valentine—here's the story of Wales' native patron saint of lovers, Santes Dwynwen.
dwynwen • st. dwynwen • santes dwynwen • welsh culture • welsh traditions
Move over, St. Valentine—here's the story of Wales' native patron saint of lovers, Santes Dwynwen.
dwynwen • st. dwynwen • santes dwynwen • welsh culture • welsh traditions
The Eisteddfod
Everything you ever wanted to know about this exciting Welsh cultural tradition and its history.
eisteddfod • wales • welsh • welsh language • welsh culture
Everything you ever wanted to know about this exciting Welsh cultural tradition and its history.
eisteddfod • wales • welsh • welsh language • welsh culture
The Welsh Not
In Wales, Welsh school children were punished for speaking their own language, in the belief that the English language would solve all their educational problems.
welsh not • wales • welsh • welsh language • welsh culture
In Wales, Welsh school children were punished for speaking their own language, in the belief that the English language would solve all their educational problems.
welsh not • wales • welsh • welsh language • welsh culture
Welsh: The Language of Song, Part III
A brief discussion of modern Welsh music, plus some vocal music that isn’t in Welsh, followed by a detailed look at a tradition that is particularly Welsh—cerdd dant.
wales • welsh music • welsh culture • cerdd dant • welsh national opera
A brief discussion of modern Welsh music, plus some vocal music that isn’t in Welsh, followed by a detailed look at a tradition that is particularly Welsh—cerdd dant.
wales • welsh music • welsh culture • cerdd dant • welsh national opera
Bwydlen Gymreig/Welsh Menu: Feeling Sheepish?
The humble sheep has long been a part of Welsh culture, providing wool for clothing, picturesque expressions in the language, and, of course, tasty lamb dishes.
welsh culture • welsh recipes • lamb • welsh lamb • lamb recipes
The humble sheep has long been a part of Welsh culture, providing wool for clothing, picturesque expressions in the language, and, of course, tasty lamb dishes.
welsh culture • welsh recipes • lamb • welsh lamb • lamb recipes
The Language of Heaven
From ancient folklore to omens in the sky to modern astronomy, the Welsh people and language have always had a connection to the heavens. These stellar tidbits are presented in conjunction with the Celestial Symphony event.
celestial symphony • welsh history • welsh culture • welsh tradition • welsh folklore
From ancient folklore to omens in the sky to modern astronomy, the Welsh people and language have always had a connection to the heavens. These stellar tidbits are presented in conjunction with the Celestial Symphony event.
celestial symphony • welsh history • welsh culture • welsh tradition • welsh folklore
Website Review: Cymru ar y We (Wales on the Web)
A bilingual gateway to reliable Welsh-interest websites on every subject.
wales • wales on the web • cymru • cymru ar y we • welsh culture
A bilingual gateway to reliable Welsh-interest websites on every subject.
wales • wales on the web • cymru • cymru ar y we • welsh culture
Welsh: The Language of Song, Part II
The major traditions of Welsh vocal music still resonate today, from the choir to the opera, from rugby games to the Gymanfa Ganu. Folk songs, hymns, and choral music are especially popular.
welsh music • wales music • welsh choirs • welsh hymns • welsh folksongs
The major traditions of Welsh vocal music still resonate today, from the choir to the opera, from rugby games to the Gymanfa Ganu. Folk songs, hymns, and choral music are especially popular.
welsh music • wales music • welsh choirs • welsh hymns • welsh folksongs
St David’s Day in Cardiff
March 1st marks St David's Day - Wales' patron saint, and where better to celebrate it than Cardiff, the capital of Wales.
cardiff • st david's day • wales • bryn terfel • falstaff
March 1st marks St David's Day - Wales' patron saint, and where better to celebrate it than Cardiff, the capital of Wales.
cardiff • st david's day • wales • bryn terfel • falstaff
A Guide to Wales
Wales is one of the countries that make up the United Kingdom. It borders with England to the East. The capital city of Wales is Cardiff.
culture in wales • economy of wales • guide to wales • religion of wales • general information wales
Wales is one of the countries that make up the United Kingdom. It borders with England to the East. The capital city of Wales is Cardiff.
culture in wales • economy of wales • guide to wales • religion of wales • general information wales
The Legends of Wales
Part one in a series about the Legends of Wales -The Red Dragon and St. David
wales • red dragon • st. david • legend
Part one in a series about the Legends of Wales -The Red Dragon and St. David
wales • red dragon • st. david • legend
Tour the Wales Millennium Centre
The Wales Millennium Centre is one of the finest arts centres in Britain, and an architectural triumph in Cardiff Bay. It can be enjoyed on a behind the scenes tour
cardiff bay • wales millennium centre • backstage tours • visiting • welsh national opera
The Wales Millennium Centre is one of the finest arts centres in Britain, and an architectural triumph in Cardiff Bay. It can be enjoyed on a behind the scenes tour
cardiff bay • wales millennium centre • backstage tours • visiting • welsh national opera
'Cymru am byth' - The Welsh Hunger for Independence
The Welsh peoples unwavering call for independence from British rule and suppression of their culture.
welsh nationalism • tradition • principality • king edward i • king henry viii
The Welsh peoples unwavering call for independence from British rule and suppression of their culture.
welsh nationalism • tradition • principality • king edward i • king henry viii
Holidays In North Wales
North Wales is a land of stunning scenery with activities to suit the whole family. Whether it's non-stop activities or a more relaxed pace, it's the perfect setting.
north wales • welsh • castles • seaside • heritage
North Wales is a land of stunning scenery with activities to suit the whole family. Whether it's non-stop activities or a more relaxed pace, it's the perfect setting.
north wales • welsh • castles • seaside • heritage
Learners’ Resources: Lingo Newydd
An excellent, high-quality bimonthly magazine for learners, covering a variety of topics in simple Welsh.
welsh • welsh language • cymraeg • welsh learners • golwg
An excellent, high-quality bimonthly magazine for learners, covering a variety of topics in simple Welsh.
welsh • welsh language • cymraeg • welsh learners • golwg
Online Communities and Lists, Part I
One of the keys to effective language learning is communication with other Welsh learners and speakers. Here are some forums for beginning, intermediate, and fluent speakers.
welsh • cymraeg • welsh language • welsh mailing lists • welsh discussion boards
One of the keys to effective language learning is communication with other Welsh learners and speakers. Here are some forums for beginning, intermediate, and fluent speakers.
welsh • cymraeg • welsh language • welsh mailing lists • welsh discussion boards
Saint David's Day: Home and Abroad
How St. David and Welsh history in general reaches across the world, ensuring events of all shapes and sizes take place on St. David's Day.
st davids day events in wales • disneyland paris welsh festival • st davids cathedral • cerys matthews performances • st davids day parade
How St. David and Welsh history in general reaches across the world, ensuring events of all shapes and sizes take place on St. David's Day.
st davids day events in wales • disneyland paris welsh festival • st davids cathedral • cerys matthews performances • st davids day parade
The Welsh Language: A Cultural Revival
A synopsis of the history, origins, and current status of the Welsh language, which was once in danger of dying out.
wales • welsh • celtic • language • linguistics
A synopsis of the history, origins, and current status of the Welsh language, which was once in danger of dying out.
wales • welsh • celtic • language • linguistics
Welsh Language in Patagonia
Patagonia has a secret! Welsh immigrants travelled to South America in 1865. Their descendants are still there and they still keep the Welsh language and culture alive.
welsh language and culture in patagonia • welsh settlers in argentina clipper mimosa • welsh teachers secondment patagonia • welsh tea houses in gaiman and princess diana • whale watching puerto madryn
Patagonia has a secret! Welsh immigrants travelled to South America in 1865. Their descendants are still there and they still keep the Welsh language and culture alive.
welsh language and culture in patagonia • welsh settlers in argentina clipper mimosa • welsh teachers secondment patagonia • welsh tea houses in gaiman and princess diana • whale watching puerto madryn
A Welsh Springtime
Useful phrases, traditions, and web links to give your spring season a uniquely Welsh twist.
welsh • welsh customs • welsh language • welsh traditions • spring traditions
Useful phrases, traditions, and web links to give your spring season a uniquely Welsh twist.
welsh • welsh customs • welsh language • welsh traditions • spring traditions
Colonial History of Welsh Patagonia, Argentina
In 1865, Welsh colonists aboard the ship Mimosa set off to colonize Patagonia in Argentina. This is the history of that voyage, and the origins of Welsh Patagonia.
welsh patagonia • mimosa • voyage of the mimosa • welsh argentina • puerto madryn
In 1865, Welsh colonists aboard the ship Mimosa set off to colonize Patagonia in Argentina. This is the history of that voyage, and the origins of Welsh Patagonia.
welsh patagonia • mimosa • voyage of the mimosa • welsh argentina • puerto madryn
Cwrs Cymraeg Cymdeithas Madog, Part I
An inside look at what happens on North America's finest and most enjoyable week-long Welsh course.
cymraeg • welsh • cwrs cymraeg • welsh course • cymdeithas madog
An inside look at what happens on North America's finest and most enjoyable week-long Welsh course.
cymraeg • welsh • cwrs cymraeg • welsh course • cymdeithas madog
Dan y Goeden Nadolig – Under the Christmas Tree
A selection of holiday gift ideas perfect for Welsh learners, with a focus on books!
welsh • welsh language • welsh books • welsh gifts
A selection of holiday gift ideas perfect for Welsh learners, with a focus on books!
welsh • welsh language • welsh books • welsh gifts
History of the Welsh Language, Part 3
After Owain Glyndwr's rebellion, the Acts of Union ensured the subordination of the Welsh language...until the Welsh Bible and the spread of Methodism brought it to the forefront again.
wales • welsh • cymraeg • welsh bible • beibl cymraeg
After Owain Glyndwr's rebellion, the Acts of Union ensured the subordination of the Welsh language...until the Welsh Bible and the spread of Methodism brought it to the forefront again.
wales • welsh • cymraeg • welsh bible • beibl cymraeg
Learners' Resources: Cymdeithas Madog
Cymdeithas Madog is the Welsh Studies Institute in North America. Find out what they have to offer language learners, both online and offline.
cymdeithas madog • welsh • cymraeg • welsh studies • welsh language
Cymdeithas Madog is the Welsh Studies Institute in North America. Find out what they have to offer language learners, both online and offline.
cymdeithas madog • welsh • cymraeg • welsh studies • welsh language
Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd Dda!
Essential vocabulary for a Welsh-style holiday, and a handful of other goodies.
wales • welsh • christmas • nadolig • dydd calan
Essential vocabulary for a Welsh-style holiday, and a handful of other goodies.
wales • welsh • christmas • nadolig • dydd calan
Saunders Lewis and Linguistic Activism
Last month marked the 40th anniversary of Saunders Lewis’ famous speech "Tynged yr Iaith," or Fate of the Language. The role of this speech was vital in spurring nationalist sentiment in Wales.
saunders lewis • cymraeg • cymru • wales • welsh
Last month marked the 40th anniversary of Saunders Lewis’ famous speech "Tynged yr Iaith," or Fate of the Language. The role of this speech was vital in spurring nationalist sentiment in Wales.
saunders lewis • cymraeg • cymru • wales • welsh
The Gothic Tales of Elizabeth Gaskell
Best known for writing 1855's North and South, 19th century English writer Elizabeth Gaskell wrote some of the most popular--and chilling--ghost stories of her time.
ghost stories • gothic literature • elizabeth gaskell • halloween stories • classic horror
Best known for writing 1855's North and South, 19th century English writer Elizabeth Gaskell wrote some of the most popular--and chilling--ghost stories of her time.
ghost stories • gothic literature • elizabeth gaskell • halloween stories • classic horror
Top Ten Things to do in Wales
For such a small country, Wales has an incredible range of sights and activities to choose from. Selecting the best will help make any Welsh holiday unforgettable.
top ten things wales • things to do wales • sightseeing wales • welsh attractions • castles in wales
For such a small country, Wales has an incredible range of sights and activities to choose from. Selecting the best will help make any Welsh holiday unforgettable.
top ten things wales • things to do wales • sightseeing wales • welsh attractions • castles in wales
History of the Welsh Language, Part 4
The generally "British" identity which followed the Industrial Revolution slowly gave way to Welsh nationalism on the political, social, and linguistic levels.
wales • welsh language • welsh history • wales history • cymru
The generally "British" identity which followed the Industrial Revolution slowly gave way to Welsh nationalism on the political, social, and linguistic levels.
wales • welsh language • welsh history • wales history • cymru
When the Sun Dances
This article concerns the origins and customs of Easter, such as hot cross buns, eggs, and games.
easter • holidays • festivals • christian events.
This article concerns the origins and customs of Easter, such as hot cross buns, eggs, and games.
easter • holidays • festivals • christian events.
Long-term and Degree Courses in Celtic Languages: North America
This article looks at the variety of university programs in Celtic language-related studies available in North America.
celtic • gaelic • irish • scottis • welsh
This article looks at the variety of university programs in Celtic language-related studies available in North America.
celtic • gaelic • irish • scottis • welsh
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