England's south west coast is one of the UK's most popular spots for tourism and every year millions spend their holidays in Cornwall. There are many reasons so many are drawn to England's most westerly county, one of them being the clement climate. But apart from the weather, the landscape and activities that can be practiced here are also a huge draw.
Cornwall has the longest coastline in the whole of the English mainland. Or rather coastlines, as it's bordered by three seas, the Atlantic Ocean, Celtic Sea and English Channel. Each coast has its own features and there are hundreds of beaches, some sandy, some made of pebbles, to be found along its great length.
Each coast offers a different environment, and the Atlantic coast in the north is a hot spot for surfers. Other water sports practiced off the county's coast include scuba diving and sailing. For those that prefer to get their exercise on firm land, there are hundreds of miles of coastal paths for walkers and hikers, as well as trails inland. A lot of routes are accessible for mountain bikers and horse riders too.
Cornwall's wealth of varied landscapes, mean there's always a variety of flora and fauna to see when out about in wilder parts. And there are also lots of places to see around the county's towns and villages. Everywhere in Cornwall is within easy reach of the coast and the sea has always played a large role in local communities.
The sea is part of Cornwall's long history and tales of pirates, smugglers and wreckers are common. Many of these come from fiction, like Daphne du Maurier's Jamaica Inn. But there are also a huge number that are true. These parts of the county's sea-faring past are well documented in museum and gallery exhibitions.
Many local communities are based around small fishing villages, some which still fish today. Not surprisingly, seafood is plentiful and a staple part of the diet for many spending their holidays in Cornwall. Other local delicacies include the Cornish pasty, which is a meal in itself. The traditional pasty is an individual pie filled with root vegetable and beef. Modern day recipes also have options for vegetarians.
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