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Why Cardiff
Whycardiff.com is the official website for Cardiff which acts as a portal for information regarding investment, tourism, conferences, events, shopping, Education, living and working in Cardiff.
You’ll also find information on Cardiff & Co, the organisation charged with promoting the city region, as well as marketing Resources aimed at individuals and organisations wanting to play their part in promoting our Capital City.
Boost for world-leading microscopy project
A Cardiff University researcher has secured a highly sought-after Leadership award which could propel her research onto the world stage.
Dr Paola Borri, Cardiff School of Biosciences, is a physicist working in the area of biophotonics at the interface between life and physical sciences.
Emirates Opens Up Route Network To Welsh Travellers
South Wales travellers now have the opportunity to connect with award-winning Emirates Airline from Wales’ national airport via a number of the carrier’s UK and European gateways.
UWIC honour a “precious gift” for rugby great Gerald
Rugby legend Gerald Davies described receiving his Honorary Fellowship from the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff (UWIC) as a “precious gift” during a celebration of achievement graduation ceremony.
Fast Facts
Cardiff has a population of 321,000 and attracts more than 11 million visitors a year. See more Cardiff facts and statistics here.
My Cardiff
“Having spent a couple of very happy years in Cardiff in the late eighties, I've returned regularly to see old friends - and each time I come back I'm impressed by the huge transformation that has taken place." Rory Cellan Jones - BBC Technology Correspondent. More.
Events Coming Up
Cardiff is an events city and has a full and varied programme throughout the year. You'll find world-class bands alongside sporting, foodie, theatre and cultural events. See a full listing here.
Where is Cardiff?
Live in Cardiff
Cardiff is a great place to live and has been voted one of Europe’s best places to live and work by its residents.
Work in Cardiff
Cardiff boasts one of the fastest growing economies in the UK - and has an above average level of employment.
Visit Cardiff
Within Cardiff's compact city centre you'll find unique attractions, top class entertainment and quality shopping with a difference.
Shop in Cardiff
Cardiff offers designer brands, major chains and independent boutiques in the city's network of traditional arcades.
Invest in Cardiff
Cardiff is one of the most competitive cities in the UK and can offer your business a platform on which to prosper.
Meet in Cardiff
Cardiff is a superb convention destination, it's compact, vibrant, cosmopolitan - and great value for money.
Study in Cardiff
With four major higher education institutions, Cardiff is ideal for students. It's young, it's cool. It's the capital of Wales.
Events in Cardiff
Cardiff is an events capital and can boast international sporting, music, theatre and cultural events in amazing venues.
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