In the heart of Gaeltacht, an
area where Irish is the everyday language. This is an area
rich in ancient culture and tradition. In the sixth century
St. McDara built a small church on one of the islands off
the coast. Thc unique stone roof of the church has recently
been restored. The saints feast day is celebrated in mid
July when people make their way to island for the
celebration of mass. This is also an area renowned for its
skilled boat makers the best known of these being the Galway
Hookers and the small craft used commonly along the west
coast called the currach.
Cashel
Lying at the head of the beautiful Cashel Bay the townland
derives its name from the ringfort or cashel which surrounds
the present day graveyard. Cashel Hill stands majestic at
the top of the bay. It is worth taking a walk up this hill.
From the summit one can behold some of the most breathtaking
views of the surrounding area. There is also a megalithic
tomb. Hundreds of lakes lie amid the bogs, the Twelve Bens
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