 Ireland is famous above all for its natural beauties, between which can be numbered the Cliffs of Moher that is the most famous and spectacular cliffs of Ireland; the beach made entire from coral pieces in Carraroe (Connemara); the Ring of Kerry a panoramic route, nearly 200 km long, that crosses the Iveragh Peninsula, across varied landscapes; the numerous remains of castles and abbeys.
When?
The warm months of July–August attract many tourists because of the ideal weather and the various events taking place. Spring and autumn have lesser crowds and is a perfect time for getting some space to oneself when visiting attractions.
How to Reach
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Dublin international airport, DUB is served by all major flight companies.
Visa
Visa is required for Indian Nationality.
Currency
The Euro is the official currency of Ireland. The first Euro coins and notes went into circulation in January 2002; the Irish Punt was completely replaced by the Euro on February 9, 2002.
Things To Do in
Ireland
Dublin
The centre of Irish life and its capital is Dublin. This beautiful city is located close to the eastern coast of the island near the River Liffet’s mouth. It is an ever expanding city and sprawls out from Dublin Bay. There are plenty of tourist attraction in Dublin to explore during you visit.
National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology
Walk into the National Museum of Ireland on Kildare Street and you are magically transported back in time. A stroll through time will take you all the way back to 7,000BC. The Museum first opened its doors in 1890 and since then it has been filling in the blanks for us through its extensive archeological collections.
North Bull Island
A 300-hectare island in Dublin Bay formed after the construction of the Bull Wall in the 1820's. It is now a Nature Reserve and Bird Sanctuary of international importance with up to 25,000 wading birds using the area in Winter.
Irish Film Centre
The building accommodates various aspects of film culture. It includes two cinemas, film archive, bookshop, restaurant, bar, education rooms and film production offices. The concept of a 'culture cluster' became a pilot project for the subsequent Temple Bar developments.
The Custom House
The Custom House is a neoclassical 18th century building in Dublin, Ireland which houses the Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government. It is located on the north bank of the River Liffey, on Custom House Quay between Butt Bridge and Talbot Memorial Bridge. It was designed by James Gandon to act as the new custom house for Dublin Port and was his first large scale commission.
Malahide Castle and Park
The estate began in 1185, when Richard Talbot, a knight who accompanied Henry II to Ireland in 1174, was granted the "lands and harbour of Malahide". The building was notably enlarged in the reign of Edward IV, and the towers added in 1765.
Galway
Galway is a medieval city that is rich in culture. It is also a university city which is partly responsible for its vibrancy and love for the arts. It has much to offer visitors, both young and old.
Twelve Bens
The Twelve Bens or Twelve Pins (Irish Na Beanna Beola) is a mountain range in Connemara. Dedicated hill climbers can hike all twelve in a single day. The twelve Bens are a group of small mountains that are the dominant feature of the Connemara countryside. They are easily accessible from the N59 or from the villages of Letterfrack or Recess.
Mweelrea Mountains
Mweelrea rising from the northern shores of Killary Harbour, is one of the finest mountain massifs in Ireland. It may be climbed from Delphi following the ridges to the fjord.
Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre
At the Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre you are invited to experience a guided heritage tour and specially commissioned film on Galway, City of the Tribes, and jewel of Ireland's West Coast. Join us in a celebration of this ancient city's rich and colourful legacy. The guided tour will illustrate and illuminate the intricacies of the crystal making process, while also depicting the influences that led to these beautiful creations.
Kerry
County Kerry is one of Ireland's richest counties, in terms of the quality and quantity of places to visit. Most people come to Kerry to see its striking scenery and rich historical and cultural sites.
Coole Park
The former home of Lady Gregory, a founder of the Abbey Theatre and friend of William Butler Yeats. The house no longer stands, but the estate is now a national nature reserve. The garden of the house, with its yew walk and autograph tree is preserved. Ca
Ardfert Cathedral
A monastery was founded here by St. Brendan "The Navigator" in the 6th century. There are three medieval churches, an ogham stone and a number of early Christian and medieval grave slabs on the site today. The earliest building is the cathedral which dates from the 12th and 17th centuries. It has a fine Romanesque west doorway, a magnificent 13th century east window and a spectacular row of nine lancets in the south wall.
Kerry Bog Village Museum
The Kerry Bog Village Museum, located on the beautiful 'Ring of Kerry', gives people an insight into how people lived and worked in Ireland in the 18th Century. The village is the only one of its kind in Europe.
The Skellig Islands
The Skellig Islands, Skellig Michael and Small Skellig, stand aloof in the Atlantic Ocean some 12 km southwest of Valentia Island, County Kerry. From any angle, or from any vantage point on the nearby Ring of Kerry, they are spectacular pinnacles, which have magnetised viewers throughout all history – and beyond.
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