In Connemara Irish culture does not just linger, but lives.
It is one of Europe's last great natural wildernesses. Vast
mountain ranges such as Beanna Beola (The Twelve Bens) and the
Maamturks shimmer in ever-changing light patterns and the
landscape is dotted with lakes and peatlands.
 No towns or villages
exist in the heart of this rugged land, however, lively
villages such as Cliften, Cleggan, Renvyle and Leenane are
scattered along the coast. Further south the Irish language is
spoken and the old traditional songs and dance remain.
Maam Cross
The crossroads of Connemara and the
site of the replica cottage used in the classic movie "The
Quiet Man"
Connemara History & Heritage Centre, Cliften
This award winning centre offers a unique insight into
events that have shaped on of Ireland's most spectacular
regions. Exhibits include a ringfort, crannóg, dolmen, a herd
of Connemara Ponies and Dan O'Hara's homestead.
Kylemore Abbey
 This neo-Gothic
Castle and Church is possibly the most photographed abbey in
Ireland. The grounds include exhibition rooms, lake walk, 6
acre walled garden and woodland walk.
Glengowla Mines
The mines, abandoned in 1865, are
a remarkable example of part of our industrial heritage. Guide
underground tours..
Ashleigh Falls
In the latter part of the summer
you can observe Salmon jumping up these falls, a spectacular
sight for those lucky enough to be in the right place at the
right time.
The Famine Village
During that great national
disaster it was estimated that 1 million people perished and
another million were forced to emigrate when the potato crops
failed. This abandoned village dates back to this troubled
time.
Pearse's Cottage
This cottage was used by Patrick
Pearse (1879 - 1916) leader of the 1916 Rising, as a summer
residence. There is an exhibition and a number of mementoes
inside.
Roundstone Musical Instruments
The Bodhrán, hand
crafted with care in Connemara, is one of Ireland's oldest
products. The goatskin traditional one sided drums can be hand
painted in the design of your choice.
Leenane
This lovely village is on the shores of
Killary Harbour, one of the deepest fjords in Europe. The film
"The Field" with Richard Harris and John Hurt was filmed here.
There are some fine eating houses here. The cultural centre is
also worth a visit.
Inishbofin Island
10km off the north Connemara
coast, the island boasts magnificent scenery from cliff top
walks, sandy beaches and rare flora and fauna. Ferries take 30
minutes and leave from Cleggan Village.
Connemara National Park
Situated near
Letterfrack, the park covers some 2,000 hectares of scenic
countryside, rich in wildlife. Attractions include
exhibitions, nature trails and a audio-visual
show.
Oceans Alive Sealife Centre and 'Queen of Connemara'
Luxury Cruiser
The Centre and Seaside Park offer an
exhibition of local maritime history, sealife exhibits, picnic
areas, pets corner, childrens play area, cafe, craft
shop.
Special scenic and wildlife cruises abroad the new
"The Queen of Connemara" are available as are sea angling
trips.
Aughnanure Castle
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.
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