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Until 1974, Glamorgan ( / ɡləˈmɔːrɡən / ), or sometimes Glamorganshire ( Welsh: Morgannwg [mɔrˈɡanʊɡ] or Sir Forgannwg [ˈsiːr vɔrˈɡanʊɡ] ), was an administrative county in the south of Wales, and later classed as one of the thirteen historic counties of Wales.
Jun 8, 2024 · Glamorgan is a historic county in southern Wales that extends inland from the Bristol Channel coast between the Rivers Loughor and Rhymney. In the north it comprises an upland moor dissected by river valleys.
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Glamorgan ( Welsh: Morgannwg, historically known as Glamorganshire / Sir Forgannwg) is a traditional county in Wales. It is home to Cardiff, the Wales' capital city, along with the city of Swansea. The Bristol Channel marks the southern edge of Glamorganshire, which features the 14-mile-long Glamorgan Heritage Coast and the Gower Area of ...
Glamorgan is a traditional county in Wales. It is home to Cardiff, the Wales' capital city, along with the city of Swansea. The Bristol Channel marks the southern edge of Glamorganshire, which features the 14-mile-long Glamorgan Heritage Coast and the Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Overview. Map.
Whether you’re planning to visit the stunning coastline of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast, or the peaceful Vale countryside and woodlands, or you’re looking for history and culture to explore, the Vale of Glamorgan is the place to holiday, and experience south Wales.
The County of Glamorgan is a maritime shire and the most populous county of Wales at over 1.3 million inhabitants as of 2013. Glamorganshire is bounded by Monmouthshire to the east, Carmarthenshire to the west and Brecknockshire to the north. Contents. 1 Geography. 1.1 Cities. 1.2 Hundreds. 1.3 Towns. 1.4 Villages. 1.5 Coastline. 1.6 Rivers.
Aug 16, 2022 · Located to the immediate west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan is sometimes overlooked by visitors. However, it is home to pretty villages, a stunning coastline and endless lush countryside. In addition to its striking landscape, a number of historic sites attest to the area’s multifaceted history.
