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County Clare

Information on visiting and enjoying County Clare in the Province of Munster.
Events in County Clare 2008
A calendar of events and festivals in County Clare - especially for visitors to Ireland.
County Clare
Basic Facts about County Clare
Shannon Airport
Essential information on Shannon Airport in County Clare, one of Ireland's airports used for scheduled passenger flights. How to get to Shannon Airport, what to expect and where to go from here.
Traditional Music in Clare - Sessions in Local Pubs and Clubs
A list of Clare pubs and clubs hosting regular sessions of traditional music.
Aillwee Cave, The Burren (County Clare)
While ultimately Aillwee Caves are just another showcave to visit, their location in the Burren makes them interesting enough for those not too immersed in spelunking.
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park (County Clare)
Bunratty has made itself a name as one of the best attractions of Ireland over the years. A complete Victorian village was recreated with original and reconstructed buildings, a medieval castle and entertainment.
The Burren (County Clare)
A bleak, scarred limestone plateau that is often (falsely) compared to the moon's surface, with few plants growing and only the occasional sheep navigating the crevices for another lump of grass. Covering a vast stretch of land south of Galway Bay and running right to the shoreline, the inhospitable Burren is one of the top attractions you should see in Ireland.
The Cliffs of Moher (County Clare)
The Cliffs of Moher are a must-see if you are visiting the West of Ireland. The sheer drop of around 700 feet from a comparatively flat meadow down to the Atlantic is simply breathtaking.
Images of the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren (County Clare)
A picture gallery showing the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren, both being essential sights for any visitor to Ireland. Located in County Clare and just a short drive from Galway City the area is accessible but remote.
Doolin (County Clare)
Upon driving into Doolin you might be surprised - mainly by the fact that you will have left the village before you realize you are in it. Though thousands make the pilgrimage to the tiny village near the Atlantic every year for its traditional music, Doolin has long since ceased to be unspoilt.
Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival (County Clare)
The annual mega-event of Irish matchmaking is traditionally held in Lisdoomvarna, a picture-postcard town on the edge of the Burren. Need a husband? They'll find you one ...
Shannon Region Website
Official tourism website for the Shannon Region, including the Munster counties of Clare, Limerick and Tipperary (North).
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