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About Cardiff
Cardiff is the capital and largest city of Wales and the 11th largest city in the United Kingdom, with recent local government estimates stating the city's population as being 317,500. It is administered as a unitary authority, having previously being part of the historic county of Glamorgan. Cardiff is part of the Eurocities network of the largest European cities. Cardiff Urban Area covers a slightly larger area, including Dinas Powys, Penarth and Radyr.
Cardiff is home to the Welsh government in Cardiff Bay and much of the media in Wales. Doctor Who and Torchwood along with other series are filmed mostly within the City and County of Cardiff. It has the biggest media sector in the UK outside London, being home to several studios as well as BBC Wales, HTV and S4C. Several radio stations are based in the city such as Red Dragon FM, Xfm, Real Radio, Radio Cymru and Radio Wales. The newspapers Western Mail and South Wales Echo (both owned by Trinity Mirror) are based in Cardiff.
It was a small town until the early 19th century and came to prominence as a major port for the transport of coal following the arrival of industry in the region. Cardiff was made a city in 1905, and proclaimed capital of Wales in 1955.
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Approved local websites for Cardiff
Here is our pick of local websites for Cardiff. All the available websites are in handy categories, so explore the list on the left-hand side to find exactly what you need. These sites have been manually selected and approved - this is so we can guarantee genuine relevance.
Cardiff Council
Cardiff Council. Services, tourism and business development with a wealth of local information.
www.cardiff.gov.uk
1 more in Council & Government Authorities
Wales 1000 Things
Wales 1000 Things is a collection of photos and videos from people who have visited the country. The site is organised into categories such as walking, adventure and cycling, to easily-access the type of category you are interested in. Download brochures and magazines for more information on these activities.
www.wales1000things.com
6 more in Tourism & Guides
St David's Hall
Details of current and forthcoming plays, musical evenings and a variety of other entertainments hosted at St David's Hall. Search the calendar for events and book tickets online.
www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk
3 more in What's On / Things To Do
Cardiff Castle
Cardiff Castle is one of Wales's leading tourist attractions. Situated in the very heart of the capital, alongside city centre shopping and the magnificent Bute Park, the Castle's enchanting fairytale towers conceal an elaborate and splendid interior.
www.cardiffcastle.com
Filed in Attractions
Cardiff City Football Club
See latest scores and listen to commentary online. Find fixtures, results, previews and highlights. Fan homepage offers wallpapers, player profiles and online games.
www.cardiffcityfc.premiumtv.co.uk
10 more in Sport, Leisure & Clubs
