Cornwall, Historical county in South West England, United Kingdom
Description
Cornwall is an area of outstanding natural beauty on the south-west coast of England, jutting out as a peninsula far into the sea. The coastline features dramatic granite cliffs, long sandy beaches, picturesque harbors, and medieval villages nestled between bays and river mouths.
History
The region supplied tin to civilizations around the Mediterranean during the Bronze Age, establishing major trade routes that brought wealth and influence. This mining tradition continued to shape the area until the 1900s, leaving behind a legacy in its landscape and communities.
Culture
The Cornish language, related to Welsh and Breton, shows the Celtic roots of the region and is actively kept alive through local schools and community efforts today. Visitors encounter this old language on street signs, in place names, and occasionally in conversations at shops and cafes.
Practical
The South West Coast Path connects beaches, harbors, and towns across the peninsula with marked walking routes that can be explored at your own pace. Visitors should prepare for changeable weather and wear sturdy footwear to explore the exposed coastline comfortably.
Did you know?
The Minack Theatre sits carved into sea cliffs near Penzance, creating an open-air stage that hangs directly above the Atlantic Ocean. This remarkable structure was carved by hand into the rock and has served as a venue for theatrical performances with the sea as its backdrop for decades.
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Eden Project
13 km
Eddystone Lighthouse
46.8 km
Gallos
42.2 km
South West Coast Path
143 km
Lost Gardens of Heligan
6.5 km
Bodmin Moor
35.6 km
Jamaica Inn
37.6 km
Kynance Cove
43.3 km
Royal Albert Bridge
50.9 km
Menabilly
16.7 km
HMS Raleigh
48.8 km
Tamar Bridge
50.9 km
Truro Cathedral
11.5 km
Pendennis Castle
20 km
Mên-an-Tol
52.6 km
Bodmin Jail
23 km
Logan Rock
59.9 km
Tate St Ives
42.5 km
Looe Island
32.1 km
Headland Hotel
19.4 km
Bodmin and Wenford Railway
22.6 km
Wolf Rock Lighthouse
75.9 km
Caerhays Castle
7.7 km
Launceston Castle
53.6 km
Mount Edgcumbe House
51.8 km
Antony House
46.7 km
Camel Trail
23.6 km
Prideaux Place
27.2 km
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