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Visit Ireland: Belfast, Galway & Kerry
Belfast, located on the north east coast of Nothern Ireland, is the second largest city on the island. In recent years there has been great change in the atmosphere of the town as people grow in confidence and the city changes to times of peace. Shoppers will love this town with a bustling city centre. The city has retained much of its Victorian architecture with the imposing City Hall, St. Anne's Church and Queen's University all fine examples. Drive outside the city to Lough Neagh, one of the largest lakes in Europe. There are excellent fishing conditions on and around the lake with some waterspouts facilities. UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Giant's Causeway has been a favourite destination for visitors with the unusual volcanic forms a fascination for all. take the challenge and cross the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, precariously stretched high between two rock formations. Other places to visit include Glenarm (quaint little village), Cushendun, Dunluce Castle, and the Ulster Folk Museum, the beaches in Port Stewart, Carrickfergus and the historical sites at Down Patrick.
Sligo is one of the largest towns in the northeast. The county was a favourite place for world famous poet W.B. Yeats who enjoyed the lakes and spectacular scenery in the area. The riverside area is a bustle of shops and cafes with small galleries and craft shops in the town perfect for gifts and shopping. Sligo County Museum and the Sligo Art Gallery gives visitors an opportunity to explore the history of the town. County Sligo has glorious countryside, imposing peaks (Benbulben is a striking plateau near the town) and great surfing conditions along the coastline (Strandhill). Added to this, historical sites include Carrowmore, an area with more than 60 megalithic tombs, graves and dolmens, Sligo Abbey which is within the town limits and Culkin's Emigration Museum where the story of local emigrants is told.
Galway is the most westerly of Irish cities, located on the Atlantic coast, with a reputation for being the cultural capital of Ireland. Galway Arts Festival is one of the best festivals in Ireland, performers and spectators take over the streets and venues of the city for two glorious weeks every July. The Galway Horse Races bring thousands to the county enjoying the atmosphere of the chase. The Bold Art Gallery and Stronach Gallery give a taste of the art in the locality. Travel to the city's ecclesiastical past in St. Nicolas Church, Galway Cathedral and Kylemore Abbey, a neo-Gothic Church. The Galway City Museum, located in the Spanish Arch, tells all about the history of the city, Pearse Cottage was the residence of Patrick Pearse, one of the leaders of the 1916 Rising and the Kiltartan Gregory Museum is home to works by Lady Gregory with manuscripts, life artefacts and exhibits of interest. Drive outside the city to the Atlantic shore, Achill Island and small villages surrounded by rugged countryside and beautiful views.
Limerick is located on the estuary of the River Shannon, the longest river in Ireland. Enjoy a tour of King John's Castle with exhibitions on the history of the castle and city history. Bronze Age artefacts, uncovered treasures and regular exhibitions are housed in the Hunt Museum on Rutland Street. Readers will enjoy the 'Angela's Ashes' walking tour of the city that brings visitors to some of the places mentioned in the book. Travelling south to Kerry, visitors will enjoy Killarney (one of the most established tourist towns in Ireland), Kenmare (seaside town), Listowel (literature, writers town), the Dingle Peninsula and seriously energetic hiking-types might enjoy a journey to Carrauntoohil, Ireland's highest mountain.
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Sligo is one of the largest towns in the northeast. The county was a favourite place for world famous poet W.B. Yeats who enjoyed the lakes and spectacular scenery in the area. The riverside area is a bustle of shops and cafes with small galleries and craft shops in the town perfect for gifts and shopping. Sligo County Museum and the Sligo Art Gallery gives visitors an opportunity to explore the history of the town. County Sligo has glorious countryside, imposing peaks (Benbulben is a striking plateau near the town) and great surfing conditions along the coastline (Strandhill). Added to this, historical sites include Carrowmore, an area with more than 60 megalithic tombs, graves and dolmens, Sligo Abbey which is within the town limits and Culkin's Emigration Museum where the story of local emigrants is told.
Galway is the most westerly of Irish cities, located on the Atlantic coast, with a reputation for being the cultural capital of Ireland. Galway Arts Festival is one of the best festivals in Ireland, performers and spectators take over the streets and venues of the city for two glorious weeks every July. The Galway Horse Races bring thousands to the county enjoying the atmosphere of the chase. The Bold Art Gallery and Stronach Gallery give a taste of the art in the locality. Travel to the city's ecclesiastical past in St. Nicolas Church, Galway Cathedral and Kylemore Abbey, a neo-Gothic Church. The Galway City Museum, located in the Spanish Arch, tells all about the history of the city, Pearse Cottage was the residence of Patrick Pearse, one of the leaders of the 1916 Rising and the Kiltartan Gregory Museum is home to works by Lady Gregory with manuscripts, life artefacts and exhibits of interest. Drive outside the city to the Atlantic shore, Achill Island and small villages surrounded by rugged countryside and beautiful views.
Limerick is located on the estuary of the River Shannon, the longest river in Ireland. Enjoy a tour of King John's Castle with exhibitions on the history of the castle and city history. Bronze Age artefacts, uncovered treasures and regular exhibitions are housed in the Hunt Museum on Rutland Street. Readers will enjoy the 'Angela's Ashes' walking tour of the city that brings visitors to some of the places mentioned in the book. Travelling south to Kerry, visitors will enjoy Killarney (one of the most established tourist towns in Ireland), Kenmare (seaside town), Listowel (literature, writers town), the Dingle Peninsula and seriously energetic hiking-types might enjoy a journey to Carrauntoohil, Ireland's highest mountain.
Argus Rentals provide car hire in Ireland. Book your car hire now and enjoy exploring mystical Ireland your own way.
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