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County Galway is situated in the west coast of Ireland and has borders with counties Clare, Mayo, Roscommon and Offaly. A very popular destination for visitors to Ireland because of its beautiful scenery and long coastline. The county has a population of 189,000. Its main town is Galway with other larger towns located at Tuam, Athenry, Ballinasloe, Loughrea, Gort, Clifden, Kinvara, Oughterard, Headford, Portumna and Oranmore. It is the second largest county in Ireland in terms of geographical area after County Cork. The west of the county is largely made up of rugged countryside culminating with the mountains known as the Twelve Pins. The east gives way to level and more fertile land. Some of the very dramatic coastline in Ireland is to be found on County Galway. County Galway has a rich history with many places for the visitor to see. The main tourist attractions and places to visit include the Battle of Aughrim Interpretative Centre, St. Jarlaths Wheel, Galway Bay Drive, Tropical Butterfly Centre, The Aran Islands, Kirwan's Lane - Galway City, Portumna Castle, Coole Park, Thoor Ballylee, Dunguaire Castle, Mill Museum - Tuam, Athenry Castle and Aughnanure Castle. |
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Aran Islands
Garnish Glory Fishing Trips
Lackagh Parish Information
West of Ireland Tours by Lally Tours
Queen of Aran II Ferry to Aran
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