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Must see & do attractions

The Rock of Cashel

The Rock of Cashel contains a spectacular group of Medieval buildings which are set on an outcrop of limestone in the Golden Vale.
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The buildings include the 12th century round tower, High Cross and Romanesque Chapel, 13th century Gothic cathedral, 15th century Castle and the restored Hall of the Vicars Choral.  

Cliffs of Moher:

The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland's most visited tourist attractions. They are located in co.Clare along the Wild Atlantic Way.
So what are the main facts about the Cliffs:
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a) They are designated as  a special protected area (SPA) under the EU Birds Directive 1979.
b) The cliffs are the home to Ireland's largest mainland seabird nesting colony.
c) They rise up to 214m at the highest point
d) They cover a range of 8km
e) Beneath the cliffs if the famous Aileen's wave, producing up to 30ft waves
f) One of the sea caves at the bottom of the cliffs was used in Harry potter & the half blood prince

The Skellig Islands

The skellig Islands are Skellig Michael and small skellig. The islands are a designated UNESCO world heritage site. Where Skellig Michael is renowned for it's well preserved monastic outpost which can be reached by climbing 600 steps, small skellig is famous for it's colonies of breeding birds. 
The skelligs are even more famous now due to the fact that they featured in the Star Wars movie: The force awakens 

​Website: http://www.skelligexperience.com/skellig-michael/

Guinness Storehouse

The Guinness Storehouse is Ireland's most visited tourist attraction. It is home to the black stuff ("Guinness"). immerge yourself into 7 floors of interactive experiences which explain the history and brewing process of the famous Guinness.
On the top floor, you can sample a well deserved pint of Guinness in the famous gravity bar where you can enjoy your pint and the amazing views of Dublin city.

website: ​https://www.guinness-storehouse.com
Malin Head

Malin Head, Ireland's most Northerly point will bring you rugged coastlines, tatched cottages and the nearby lovely Five Finger Beach. Malin Head was used as a film location for the new Star Wars movie "The Last Jedi".
Since then, it has gained popularity with tourists and daytrippers. Park your car and  close to the old Military watchtower and walk towards Hell's Hole, it is worth the effort.

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Most spectacular walk

The Kerry Way:

With it's 214km distance, the Kerry Way is one of Ireland's longest signposted walking trails. It starts in and ends in Killarney. it loops around the Iveragh Peninsula and passes through some of Ireland's most spectacular landscape.

Website: http://www.kerryway.com/

Must try dish

Seafood Showder with Soda Bread

Seafood Showder is a meal in itself. A thick seafood soup containing salmon,cod or any other fish. Served with Irish sodabread, it is a fantastic soup to fill you up for the day.

Irish Stew

Off course we have to have Irish Stew in our list. Irish stew is a hearty meal made from a variety of meat and root vegetables. As a meat, it can contain lamb or mutton, potatoes, onions, carrots. The content really depends on the chef and what they like to add to the stew.

Toughest sports events

The Kerry Way Ultra

The Kerry Way Ultra is a 200km ultra marathon which runs over 2 days and 1 night in September where athletes try to run the entire lenght of the Kerry way without stopping.

Website: ​http://www.kerrywayultra.com/

Travel writing from Ireland

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Visiting the Burren perfumery, Co.Clare

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A visit to Kylemore Abbey

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The Burren, Co.Clare

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Visiting the Aillwee caves, Co.Clare

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8 hours in Co.Clare

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Visiting the Cliffs of Moher, Co.Clare

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Acres Lake, Co.Leitrim

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The Copper Coast, Co. Waterford

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Hook lighthouse, Co. Wexford

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Glenveigh National Park, Co. Donegal

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Fanad Lighthouse,Co.  Donegal

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South Co. Sligo

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A visit to Donegal Castle

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National Archeology museum of Ireland

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10 hours in Connemara

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A few hours in Cong

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10 hours in Inishowen

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The Wild Atlantic Way

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Slieve League, Co.Donegal

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Bantry House, Co.Cork

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Mizen Head, Co.Cork

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