Cornwall: Difference between revisions
CSV import |
CSV import |
||
| (2 intermediate revisions by the same user not shown) | |||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
{{short description|County in South West England}} | |||
{{Use British English|date=October 2023}} | |||
{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}} | |||
[[File:Flag_of_Cornwall.svg|thumb|right|The flag of Cornwall, also known as Saint Piran's Flag]] | |||
'''Cornwall''' ({{lang-kw|Kernow}}) is a ceremonial county in South West [[England]]. It is bordered to the north and west by the [[Celtic Sea]], to the south by the [[English Channel]], and to the east by the county of [[Devon]], over the River Tamar. The administrative centre of Cornwall is [[Truro]], its only city. Cornwall is the westernmost part of the [[South West Peninsula]] of the island of Great Britain. | |||
Cornwall is | |||
== | ==Geography== | ||
Cornwall | [[File:Cornwall_UK_district_map_(numbered).svg|thumb|left|Map of Cornwall showing its districts]] | ||
Cornwall is a peninsula bordered to the north and west by the [[Atlantic Ocean]], to the south by the [[English Channel]], and to the east by the county of [[Devon]]. The county is noted for its wild moorland landscapes, its extensive and varied coastline, its mild climate, and its attractive villages. The administrative centre and only city is [[Truro]]. | |||
The county is known for its beautiful beaches and rugged coastline, which is a popular destination for tourists. The [[South West Coast Path]] runs along the entire length of the Cornish coast. | |||
== | ===Bodmin Moor=== | ||
[[File:A_walk_on_Bodmin_Moor,_Cornwall_(3),_30_Sept._2010_-_Flickr_-_PhillipC.jpg|thumb|right|A walk on Bodmin Moor, Cornwall]] | |||
Bodmin Moor is a granite moorland in northeastern Cornwall. It is one of the most remote and unspoiled areas in the county, known for its dramatic landscapes and archaeological sites. The moor is home to the highest point in Cornwall, [[Brown Willy]], and the famous [[Jamaica Inn]]. | |||
== | ===Land's End=== | ||
[[File:Land's_End,_Cornwall,_England.jpg|thumb|left|Land's End, Cornwall, England]] | |||
Land's End is a headland and holiday complex in western Cornwall. It is the most westerly point of mainland England and is a popular tourist destination. The area is known for its stunning views and rugged cliffs. | |||
== | ==History== | ||
[[File:Saxon_England_according_to_the_Saxon_Chronicle.jpg|thumb|right|Saxon England according to the Saxon Chronicle]] | |||
Cornwall has a rich history that dates back to the [[Neolithic]] and [[Bronze Age]]. The region was known to the [[Ancient Greeks]] and [[Romans]] as a source of [[tin]], which was traded across Europe. During the [[Early Middle Ages]], Cornwall was a separate kingdom, and it retained its distinct cultural identity even after becoming part of England. | |||
===Mining Heritage=== | |||
[[File:The_stamps_and_whim_engine_house_at_Wheal_Coates_-_geograph.org.uk_-_1476958.jpg|thumb|left|The stamps and whim engine house at Wheal Coates]] | |||
Cornwall was one of the most important mining areas in Europe until the early 20th century. The county is famous for its [[tin]] and [[copper]] mines, which were a major part of the [[Industrial Revolution]]. The mining landscape of Cornwall and West Devon is a [[UNESCO World Heritage Site]]. | |||
==Culture== | |||
Cornwall has a distinct cultural identity, with its own language, [[Cornish language|Cornish]], which is a [[Celtic language]] related to [[Welsh language|Welsh]] and [[Breton language|Breton]]. The county is also known for its traditional music, dance, and festivals. | |||
===St Michael's Mount=== | |||
[[File:St_Michael's_Mount_View.jpg|thumb|right|St Michael's Mount, a tidal island in Mount's Bay]] | |||
St Michael's Mount is a tidal island in Mount's Bay, linked to the town of [[Marazion]] by a causeway. It is a popular tourist attraction and has a medieval church and castle. | |||
===Men-an-Tol=== | |||
[[File:Men-an-Tol.jpg|thumb|left|Men-an-Tol, a small formation of standing stones]] | |||
Men-an-Tol is a small formation of standing stones in Cornwall. It is one of the most famous megalithic structures in the county and is believed to have been used for ceremonial purposes. | |||
==Economy== | |||
The economy of Cornwall is largely based on agriculture, tourism, and fishing. The county is famous for its [[Cornish pasty]], a traditional baked pastry filled with meat and vegetables. Tourism is a major industry, with visitors attracted by the county's beaches, historic sites, and natural beauty. | |||
==Related pages== | |||
* [[Devon]] | |||
* [[South West England]] | |||
* [[Celtic nations]] | |||
[[Category:Cornwall]] | |||
[[Category:Counties of England]] | [[Category:Counties of England]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:South West England]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:13, 23 March 2025
County in South West England
Cornwall (Template:Lang-kw) is a ceremonial county in South West England. It is bordered to the north and west by the Celtic Sea, to the south by the English Channel, and to the east by the county of Devon, over the River Tamar. The administrative centre of Cornwall is Truro, its only city. Cornwall is the westernmost part of the South West Peninsula of the island of Great Britain.
Geography[edit]
.svg)
Cornwall is a peninsula bordered to the north and west by the Atlantic Ocean, to the south by the English Channel, and to the east by the county of Devon. The county is noted for its wild moorland landscapes, its extensive and varied coastline, its mild climate, and its attractive villages. The administrative centre and only city is Truro.
The county is known for its beautiful beaches and rugged coastline, which is a popular destination for tourists. The South West Coast Path runs along the entire length of the Cornish coast.
Bodmin Moor[edit]
,_30_Sept._2010_-_Flickr_-_PhillipC.jpg)
Bodmin Moor is a granite moorland in northeastern Cornwall. It is one of the most remote and unspoiled areas in the county, known for its dramatic landscapes and archaeological sites. The moor is home to the highest point in Cornwall, Brown Willy, and the famous Jamaica Inn.
Land's End[edit]
Land's End is a headland and holiday complex in western Cornwall. It is the most westerly point of mainland England and is a popular tourist destination. The area is known for its stunning views and rugged cliffs.
History[edit]
Cornwall has a rich history that dates back to the Neolithic and Bronze Age. The region was known to the Ancient Greeks and Romans as a source of tin, which was traded across Europe. During the Early Middle Ages, Cornwall was a separate kingdom, and it retained its distinct cultural identity even after becoming part of England.
Mining Heritage[edit]
Cornwall was one of the most important mining areas in Europe until the early 20th century. The county is famous for its tin and copper mines, which were a major part of the Industrial Revolution. The mining landscape of Cornwall and West Devon is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Culture[edit]
Cornwall has a distinct cultural identity, with its own language, Cornish, which is a Celtic language related to Welsh and Breton. The county is also known for its traditional music, dance, and festivals.
St Michael's Mount[edit]
St Michael's Mount is a tidal island in Mount's Bay, linked to the town of Marazion by a causeway. It is a popular tourist attraction and has a medieval church and castle.
Men-an-Tol[edit]
Men-an-Tol is a small formation of standing stones in Cornwall. It is one of the most famous megalithic structures in the county and is believed to have been used for ceremonial purposes.
Economy[edit]
The economy of Cornwall is largely based on agriculture, tourism, and fishing. The county is famous for its Cornish pasty, a traditional baked pastry filled with meat and vegetables. Tourism is a major industry, with visitors attracted by the county's beaches, historic sites, and natural beauty.
