Swansea got the status of the city in 1969. Prior to this it was a major industrial and port area. The city’s suburbs are rich in deposits of coal, copper and arsenic, zinc and tin. This place was known yet in the Middle Ages, when locals earned for life selling best wine and wool in the area. Nowadays Swansea remains a famous shopping district, which is well-known for producing high-quality cloth, oils and ceramics.
1. Swansea is the wettest city in the country; it is raining here almost every day. Vacationers are sure to take an umbrella and warm clothes, as cool winds from Atlantic also come with … Open
Scenic modern city of Swansea is home to three hundred dining places. British cuisine restaurants are extremely popular among vacationers eager to taste the most popular dishes of local … Open
Swansea Castle Square is known for its unusual Bloody fountain. This is quite a common fountain, though pretty significant in size. It owes its frightening name to an annual event. Every year on 1 March, local residents celebrate St. David's Day. The water in the fountain is dyed red on this day. Such blood water remains until 9 March. It is a truly spectacular sight all along. Such an unusual event aims to draw public attention to such a common disease as hemophilia. Some 2000 individuals suffer from cancer of the blood in the UK.
Swansea is one of the largest cities in Wales. It can offer an interesting excursion program to its guests. The city cherishes its cultural heritage. One of its main landmarks is the … Open
One of the main cultural centers of Swansea is the National Waterfront Museum. It has an interesting collection of exhibits on the industrial past of the city. You can see items of old factory equipment and technical devices used in local mines. There are even samples of bricks that were produced at local plants over a hundred years ago. Models of ancient ships are the real pride of the museum. You can also enjoy excellent works of art.
The city is very popular among fans of water sports, as the coast of Swansea is ideal for surfing and sailing. In warmer months, one of the main activities for travelers is walking around … Open