Capital of Wales since 1955, Cardiff is one of Britain's fastest-growing cities and tourist destinations. A major centre of world rugby and the beating heart of Celtic culture, this charming historic city has many surprises in store: beautiful museums, large green spaces, a modern and attractive bay, an increasingly renowned gastronomy, a cosmopolitan restaurant scene and a vibrant nightlife... There's something for every taste and age in the Welsh capital. The UK's smallest capital may not be as famous as its rivals, but it does boast some fine historical monuments and a legendary stadium. Victorian galleries, numerous boutiques, restaurants and traditional Welsh pubs create a universe between tradition and modernity.