The wild scenery is one of County Clare's main attractions and this is really seen to its finest in the world-famous Burren, a limestone area which is very popular with botanists, hill walkers and cavers.
There are numerous b&bs available for the visitor, all of high quality and most of very reasonable cost. There are very well priced hotels to be found in the towns of Ennis, Kilrush, Kilkee, Lisdoonvarna and Lahinch.
The standard of places to stay will not disappoint the visitor and a hearty Irish Breakfast will be on offer at most hotels. You can also find more affordable accommodation in all parts of Clare.
The west coast of Clare is home to one of Ireland's most awe-inspiring sights - the Cliffs of Moher. These cliffs which rise majestically from the Atlantic ocean reach heights of up to 215 meters and are visited by hundreds of thousands of travelers annually. Near The Cliffs of Moher is the village of Doolin which has become a favourite destination for people interested in Traditional Music, Culture and escaping from the hurly-burly of modern life.
County Clare is probably Ireland's top location for Traditional Music. Many pubs throughout the county have music sessions most nights and there are many festivals celebrating the various aspects of music during the year. The town of Milltown Malbay hosts the annual Willie Clancy Festival which celebrates the music of this famous local piper who lived from 1918 to 1973.
Traditional musicians in Clare include pipers, fiddlers and 'box' players. The melodeon or button accordion is known locally as the 'box' and Clare has had many famous box players. Ceili Bands are very common in County Clare. These are groups of traditional musicians who play jigs, reels and hornpipes in a particular style. One of the most famous Ceili Band is The Kilfenora Ceili Band.
Another famous festival is held each year in the town of Lisdoonvarna. This is mainly a matchmaking festival and it attracts thousands of single men and women seeking a partner. The traditional matchmaker is often employed to bring together people who may not have the know-how to find a partner themselves. This is a tradition which has lasted for centuries and has survived the coming of technological age.
County Clare also offers a veritable culinary delight to visitors and it is famous for its fresh food, especially fish. Fish caught locally off the west coast or on the Shannon are brought directly to the kitchen and prepared in a variety of mouth watering recipes. Every part of County Clare has a wealth of restaurants and the traveller will never be far from a tasty meal.
Visitors to County Clare are rarely disappointed with the variety of attractions on offer.
There are numerous b&bs available for the visitor, all of high quality and most of very reasonable cost. There are very well priced hotels to be found in the towns of Ennis, Kilrush, Kilkee, Lisdoonvarna and Lahinch.
The standard of places to stay will not disappoint the visitor and a hearty Irish Breakfast will be on offer at most hotels. You can also find more affordable accommodation in all parts of Clare.
The west coast of Clare is home to one of Ireland's most awe-inspiring sights - the Cliffs of Moher. These cliffs which rise majestically from the Atlantic ocean reach heights of up to 215 meters and are visited by hundreds of thousands of travelers annually. Near The Cliffs of Moher is the village of Doolin which has become a favourite destination for people interested in Traditional Music, Culture and escaping from the hurly-burly of modern life.
County Clare is probably Ireland's top location for Traditional Music. Many pubs throughout the county have music sessions most nights and there are many festivals celebrating the various aspects of music during the year. The town of Milltown Malbay hosts the annual Willie Clancy Festival which celebrates the music of this famous local piper who lived from 1918 to 1973.
Traditional musicians in Clare include pipers, fiddlers and 'box' players. The melodeon or button accordion is known locally as the 'box' and Clare has had many famous box players. Ceili Bands are very common in County Clare. These are groups of traditional musicians who play jigs, reels and hornpipes in a particular style. One of the most famous Ceili Band is The Kilfenora Ceili Band.
Another famous festival is held each year in the town of Lisdoonvarna. This is mainly a matchmaking festival and it attracts thousands of single men and women seeking a partner. The traditional matchmaker is often employed to bring together people who may not have the know-how to find a partner themselves. This is a tradition which has lasted for centuries and has survived the coming of technological age.
County Clare also offers a veritable culinary delight to visitors and it is famous for its fresh food, especially fish. Fish caught locally off the west coast or on the Shannon are brought directly to the kitchen and prepared in a variety of mouth watering recipes. Every part of County Clare has a wealth of restaurants and the traveller will never be far from a tasty meal.
Visitors to County Clare are rarely disappointed with the variety of attractions on offer.
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