We all know how indisputably cool the Welsh flag is. Most other nations have bands of colours or shapes symbolising their country, while we are represented by a massive fire-breathing dragon. It's ...

Why is the red dragon (Y Ddraig Goch) the emblem of Wales? It is flown across the world to mark sporting events and St David's Day every 1 March. But do you know where the flag came from, and why it ...

I’m not Welsh. I arrived here about five years ago with no knowledge whatsoever of Welsh history or culture. What I did do immediately, however, was buy a UK registration plate for my car with an ...

The Welsh dragon flag that we know and love today was adopted by Wales in 1959 but, prior to that, the country saw several flags used throughout its rich history. Now, some people are suggesting that ...

THE Welsh flag has become a symbol of national pride for the country, with it’s dragon appearing all over Wales. Rob Page’s side have qualified for the World Cup for the first time in over 60 years, ...

In order to see this content you need to have both Javascript enabled and Flash installed. Visit BBC Webwise for full instructions A look at history to explain why there is a dragon on the Welsh flag.

It's been praised from all quarters. Richard Osman called it the "coolest in the world", and during the 2022 World Cup it changed the Doha skyline when it lit up one of the city's largest buildings.

A retired teacher is claiming victory after the Wales flag was raised at one of Monmouthshire's most prominent buildings and the union jack lowered. Shire Hall in Monmouth has agreed to fly the red ...