The history of Cornwall started with the arrival of people from Ireland and the Norman conquest in 1066. Cornwall is located on the South-West tip of the country and is bounded by Devon to the East and Somerset to the West. It's known for its rugged coastline, coasts and ancient mining industry.Originally settled in 1784 by United Empire Loyalists, the community later served as a garrison town during the War of 1812. Significant chapters in Cornwall's history were written during the latter half of the 19th century as the town emerged as an important industrial centre in Eastern Ontario.It is thought tin was mined here as early as the Bronze Age, and copper, lead, zinc and silver have all been mined in Cornwall. Alteration of the granite also gave rise to extensive deposits of China Clay, especially in the area to the north of St Austell, and the extraction of this remains an important industry.

Why is Cornwall important : Cornwall is famed for its world-renowned beaches which make it a surfing haven in the UK as well as one of the leading holiday destinations in the UK.

Why is Cornwall unique

Cornwall is the only county in England to only have one bordering county, that being Devon. It is the 9th largest county in the UK covering an area of 1376 sq/mile with over 25% of this designated as 'Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty'.

What are some interesting facts about Cornwall : Cornwall has the longest coastline in Great Briton – it measures 697km. Cornwall is almost an island as it is surrounded by sea on three sides. 7,000,000,000,000,000 grains of sand lie on Perranporth Beach on the north coast in Cornwall. Cornwall has its own language – it is not widely spoken but is taught in schools!

Cornwall is known for its fishing harbors, beaches, and dramatic coastline. Most names of Cornish places come from the Kernewek language. Cornwall is proud of its views, remains, walking trails, and local legends. Cornwall is also very famous for its ice cream.

Cornish language, a member of the Brythonic group of Celtic languages. Spoken in Cornwall in southwestern Britain, it became extinct in the 18th or early 19th century as a result of displacement by English but was revived in the 20th century.

Why do people love Cornwall so much

Cornwall has been a natural home to inspiration, art and ideas since the early 19th century. So much so that, apart from London, you'll find nowhere in the country that's host to more artists. Get the Minack Theatre, Tate St Ives and Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens on your to-do list.Give these easy Cornish phrases a try..

1. Hello: Dydh da.
2. Cornwall: Kernow.
3. The Cornish language: Kernewek.
4. Welcome to Cornwall: Kernow a'gas Dynnergh.
5. Good morning: Myttin da.
6. Good afternoon: Dohajydh da.
7. Good evening: Gorthuher da.
8. How are you Fatla genes

The Cornish generally saw the English, or city people, as being "less friendly and more aggressively self-promoting and insensitive".

CORNISH WORDS:

Addled	Empty, cracked or broken
Dydhda	Hello
Eglos	Church
Ess	Yes
Fizzogg	Face

Can anyone still speak Cornish : Does everyone speak the Cornish native language in Cornwall Not at all. Cornish actually died out in Cornwall in the early 20th Century but has since been revive by language activists. So, now there are Cornish speakers again but it's not the majority and there are very few native speakers.