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Places to Visit in Connemara
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Oughterard, Co Galway
Built by the O'Flahertys c. 1500, Aughnanure Castle lies in picturesque surroundings close to the shores of Lough Corrib. Standing on what is virtually a rocky island, the Castle is a particularly well-preserved example of an Irish tower house. In additio
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Letterfrack, Co Galway
Situated near Letterfrack, the Park covers some 2,000 hectares (4942 acres) of scenic countryside, rich in wildlife on the slopes of the Twelve Bens.
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Kinvara, Co. Galway
The castle, which overlooks Galway, is a 16th century castle. From April to September the castle comes alive with medieval banquets, which feature a theatrical performance involving rhyme, verse music and song. The castle has a crafts shop and visitors sh
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Kylemore, Connemara, Co Galway
Kylemore Abbey is home to the Benedictine Nuns and an International Girls School. The castle and church are Neo Gothic in design. The Irish Benedictine nuns came here in 1920, having fled from their convent in Belgium in 1914 during World War I. T...
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Renvyle Peninsula, Connemara, Co Galway
An imaginative and informative exhibition of Connemara's marine heritage is represented through a multidimensional presentation. There is a seaside picnic area with telescope where visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Connemara coast and mountains. T
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Spiddal, Co Galway
Drawing their inspiration from the landscape and culture of the Gaeltacht of Connemara, the crafts people who work, display and sell their products at the Spiddal Craft Centre produce a range of handcrafted quality products which is representative...
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Rosmuc Village, Carraroe, Co. Galway
This small cottage was Patrick Pearse's (leader of 1916 Rising) summer residence. It has been restored and exhibits mementoes of Pearse.
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