The Burren



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Burren

This plateau of North-West Clare is internationally famous because of its beautiful limestone landscapes and the remarkable flora of the region as well as its rich archaeological heritage. The area also hosts 70 wedge-tombs (the most famous of them being Poulnabrone), ring forts, caves (most notable Aillwee Cave) and castles (Leamenagh Castle).
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Ennistymon KilfenoraLisdoonvarnaBallyvaughan

Ennistymon

the colorful shop fronts and the falls invite for walks through town
Services: Shops, Pubs, Restaurants, Pharmacy, Post Office

Corofin

The Clare Heritage Centre in this typical Irish village portrays the traumatic Irish years between 1800-1860. Lake Inchiquin is closeby the village in a romantic setting with two ruined castles on the lake margin. The lake provides excellent fishing (boat hire is available from Michael Cleary on 065/6837675)
Services: Shops, Pubs, Restaurants, Pharmacy, Post Office
Services: Shops, Pubs, Restaurants, Post Office, Burren Visitor Centre

Lisdoonvarna

Irland's only Spa town. Worldwide famous Matchmaking Festival in September
Services: Pubs, Shops, Restaurant, Post Office, Pharmacy, Spa Baths

Kilfenora

The remains of a 12th is a small charming village on the southwest edge of the Burren region and is well known as a visitor gateway to the area. The interpretative centre in the village unfolds the mysteries and delights of the area in an entertaining and informative way. century cathedral and numerous well preserved high crosses can be found in the centre of the village.

Ballyvaughan

The picturesque seaside village of Ballyvaughan overlooks Galway Bay to the front with the stunning Burren mountains to the rear. Aillwee Caves have spectacular bird displays 3 or 4 times daily
Services: Shops, Pubs, a variety of Restaurants, Pharmacy, Post Office, Farmers Market on Saturdays. Next ATM in Kinvara, 10 mins. drive. Burren Guided Walks with Mary Howard, Fanore 087-2446807, Burren Hill Walks with Shane Connolly - 065-707