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== Economy ==
== Economy ==
Historically the area relied heavily on [[tin]] and [[lead]] mining as well as [[fishing]], and [[smuggling]] and [[wrecking]] were also significant occupations.
Historically the area relied heavily on [[tin]] and [[lead]] mining as well as [[fishing]], and [[smuggling]] and wrecking were also significant occupations.
Now, with one of the most favorable climates in [[Britain]], the focus of industry is now firmly on [[tourism]]. [[Newquay]] is Britain's premier [[surfing]] resort. Cornwall is bounded on all sides but one by the sea, also making it a popular location for large-scale drug smuggling.
Now, with one of the most favorable climates in [[Britain]], the focus of industry is now firmly on [[tourism]]. [[Newquay]] is Britain's premier [[surfing]] resort. Cornwall is bounded on all sides but one by the sea, also making it a popular location for large-scale drug smuggling.