Hello ladies and gents this is the Viking telling you that today we are talking about
Facts about Wales
#1: One of only three flags worldwide to feature a dragon
Along with Bhutan and Malta, Wales is one of just three countries in the world that has a dragon on their national flag.
#2: Prince Charles is the current Prince of Wales
The title can only be given to the eldest son of a British sovereign (king or queen), in other words, the direct heir to the throne of the United Kingdom. Prince Charles was given this title in 1958 when he was just ten years old. He is the 21st Prince of Wales since King Edward I bestowed the title upon his own son.
#3: The world’s first road suspension bridge
The Menai Bridge in Anglesey was the first suspension bridge in the world constructed to carry heavy traffic. Designed by Thomas Telford, the bridge was opened on 30 January 1826. At the time, it was also the longest bridge in the world, measuring 386m (1,265 ft).
#4: Origins of the Welsh flag
The red, white and green dragon flag was officially recognised in 1959. The red dragon originates from an Arthurian legend, which told of the wizard Merlin’s vision of a red dragon. It purportedly represented the battle between the native Britons in red, and the Saxon invaders in white. The green and white represent the colours of the House of Tudor.
#5: Royal wedding rings are made of Welsh gold
The British Royal Family have been using Welsh gold for their wedding rings for centuries. The tradition was continued in the 2011 royal wedding of the Duke (the future Prince of Wales) and the Duchess of Cambridge.
And as always have a chilled day from the Viking
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