**Economy and Industry of Devon:** – Devon’s total economic output in 2019 exceeded £26 billion, larger than Manchester or Edinburgh. – Health, retail, and tourism account for 43.1% of employment in Devon. – Agriculture, education, manufacturing, construction, and real estate are over-represented in Devon compared to national averages. – Historically, Devon faced economic challenges due to the decline of core industries like fishing, mining, and farming. – Despite challenges, Devon’s economy is now more diverse, with a strong local food sector and artisan producers. – Impact of COVID-19 on Devon’s economy in 2020 and early 2021. – A report in August 2021 described the economic impacts of COVID-19 as severe. – Dartmoor has seen a rise in digital and financial services sectors. **Geography and Landscapes of Devon:** – Devon has an area of 2,590 sq mi and a population of 1,194,166 people. – The county is bordered by the Bristol Channel, Somerset, Dorset, the English Channel, and Cornwall. – Devon features Dartmoor and part of Exmoor, two upland moors that are the source of many rivers. – The Tamar River forms most of the border with Cornwall and rises in northwest Devon. – The southeast coast is part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. **History and Culture of Devon:** – Devon was home to Dumnonii Celtic Britons in ancient times. – The area experienced Anglo-Saxon settlement resulting in assimilation into the kingdom of Wessex. – Genetic studies show distinct genetic groups in Cornwall and Devon. – Devon has a history of conflicts, including the Wars of the Roses and the English Civil War. – The county has a long history of mining, including tin, copper, and other metals. **Local Governance in Devon:** – Devon comprises a non-metropolitan county with eight districts and two unitary authority areas. – The city of Plymouth is the largest settlement, and Exeter is the county town. – Barnstaple and Tiverton are the largest towns in the north and center of Devon. – The county is divided into two parts, known as Cornwall and Denshire. – Kents Cavern in Torquay has produced human remains dating back 30,000 to 40,000 years. **Tourism in Devon:** – Mid-20th Century Decline in tourism and recent Revival and Regeneration efforts. – National Parks and World Heritage Sites in Devon. – Tourism Growth and Economic Impact on Devon. – Future Prospects and Sustainability in tourism development in Devon.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devon