The history of Cardiff tracks to the Cardiff Castle when the Romans created a fort along the River Taff. The walls of the fort are still visible around the Cardiff Castle walls. During the Medieval times a small occupation started spreading from the castle a slight pattern of which is still visible in the High Street.

A tour of the Cardiff Castle is must for visitors. The main feature of the castle is the unique animal wall. There are guided tours of the castle that take visitors through the details of the architecture. The Norman Fort and the Welsh regimental museum are open for visitors. The Wales Millennium Center is a stunning piece of architecture and hosts musicals and opera all around the year. The City Hall is another wonderful piece of architecture. The roof of the hall is topped by a dragon and is one of the main landmarks in the city.

Just outside the city is a beautiful castle, the Castell Coch. Visitors can enjoy a refreshing ride on the Taff Trail that moves up the river. The Pierhead building is a representative of the glorious past of the city. The Civic Center of Cardiff is undoubtedly one of the finest in the world. The impressive white buildings in the Civic Center are surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. The Bute Park is a great place to enjoy some serene time.

The "Doctor Who Exhibition" is surely something that should not be missed in Cardiff. The other museums and exhibits in the city include St. Fagans National History Museum, Techniquest Exhibition, National Museum of Wales and the Cardiff Museum. The Cardiff Bay is one of the best places to enjoy the true essence of being in the city. The area is surrounded by restaurants and cafes. The views on from the bay are just amazing.

The Victorian arcades in the city are great for shopping and also feature great architecture. The Queen Street, St. Marys Street and The Hayes are the best places for pedestrian shopping. The St. Davids shopping center houses high-end shops like Hugo Boss and John Lewis.

Cardiff has quite a number of masaajid. The Madinah Masjid is the main masjid in the city and is located on the Woodville Road. The city also has a delicious range of Halal restaurants. Visitors can look forward to enjoying authentic Pakistani and Indian cuisines. The Halal takeaways and fast food seem to have made quite an impression on the local crowd.

Traveling the city center on foot is the best way of seeing it. If you are a sport enough to cycle, then the Bay area and the City Center have some fantastic trails. The bus service in the city is quite comprehensive. Taking the train can be a cost-effective option. Taxis and water buses make some good ways to commute in the city as well.