As well as agriculture, tourism is an important element of Ceredigion’s economy. Visitors come to the county eager to enjoy the landscape, visit its ancient sites or spot dolphins in Cardigan Bay. As a result, tourism contributes an estimated £312 million annually and supports around 5,400 jobs. The university town of Aberystwyth is home to the National Library of Wales, which holds 6.5 million books, magazines and newspapers.
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