Land of dragons and jank: I took a trip to Wales in the metaverse
Croeso i Gymru metaverse!
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Dragons, daffodils, and Transport for Wales trains—just a few of the delights you'll find in Wales' very own metaverse. The Welsh government claims "Wales has become the first UK nation to launch in the metaverse". A virtual glimpse of the real wonders that lie just down the M4, providing you stay on past Bristol.
To visit, simply open your web browser and head to the Visit Wales webpage.
I've booted up the Cymru (Wales, in Welsh) metaverse from the comfort of my South Wales home. It's a green and pleasant land, filled with a number of Welsh flags and daffodils. And the metaverse is much the same, too. A seagull caws in the distance, waves lap against the shore, and the hubbub of modern life can be heard softly in the distance. The number of Welsh attractions and info points to explore are suitably signposted in both Welsh and English.
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