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The daffodil is the national flower of Wales, worn on St David's Day (1 March) in Wales. The daffodil may be known as Welsh: cenhinen Bedr (Saint Peter's leek). [24] The Sessile Oak, also called the Welsh Oak is the national tree of Wales. [25] The red kite is sometimes named as the national symbol of wildlife in Wales. [26]
The Welsh Dragon (Welsh: y Ddraig Goch, meaning 'the red dragon'; pronounced [ə ˈðraiɡ ˈɡoːχ]) is a heraldic symbol that represents Wales and appears on the national flag of Wales. Ancient leaders of the Celtic Britons that are personified as dragons include Maelgwn Gwynedd, Mynyddog Mwynfawr and Urien Rheged.
Pages in category "National symbols of Wales" The following 16 pages are in this category, out of 16 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...
Symbols of the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man is a list of the national symbols of the United Kingdom, its constituent countries (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland), and the Crown Dependencies (the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man). Each separate entry has its own set of unique symbols.
The Royal Badge of Wales was approved in May 2008. It is based on the arms borne by the 13th-century Welsh prince Llywelyn ab Iorwerth (blazoned quarterly Or and gules, four lions passant guardant counterchanged), with the addition of St Edward's Crown atop a continuous scroll which, together with a wreath consisting of the plant emblems of the four countries of the United Kingdom, surrounds ...
The Cross of Wales (Welsh: Croes Cymru) [1] is a processional cross made at the behest of King Charles III as a gift to the Church in Wales on its centenary. The silver cross features two relics of the True Cross presented to Charles by Pope Francis .
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The red dragon, a popular symbol in Wales. Wales is regarded as a modern Celtic nation which contributes to its national identity, [247] [248] with Welsh artists regularly appearing at Celtic festivals. [249] The red dragon is the principal symbol of national identity and pride, personifying the fearlessness of the Welsh nation. [250]