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With rolling green mountains, formidable castles and ruins, and rocky seaside cliffs, Wales is a country that doesn’t quite feel part of the modern age. The landscape evokes mental images of King Arthur and of mythical creatures like fairies and the dragon that embellishes the Welsh flag, and this magic comes to life in Wales, with destinations varying from the lively capital city of Cardiff to the quiet seaside town of Aberystwyth. Visitors will find ample opportunities for hiking, drinking, sailing, and shopping in this country full of market towns and long, meandering footpaths, and after a few days in this green land of legends, they may never want to leave.
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