County Mayo, County in Connacht, Ireland
Located on the west coast of Ireland, Mayo extends over 5,586 square kilometers between the Atlantic Ocean and counties Sligo, Galway, and Roscommon.
The formation of County Mayo occurred in 1585, reflecting the boundaries of the Mac William Íochtar lordship during the late sixteenth century administration.
Mayo preserves Irish language through multiple Gaeltacht areas, where over 55,000 residents speak Irish according to the 2016 census data.
The county capital Castlebar connects to major cities through regular rail services, while regional buses link towns like Ballina, Claremorris, and Westport.
Mayo contains Mweelrea, the highest point in Connacht, surrounded by diverse terrains including Atlantic coastlines, mountain ranges, and numerous lakes.
Location: Connacht
Capital city: Castlebar
Shares border with: County Galway, County Roscommon, County Sligo
Website: https://mayo.ie
GPS coordinates: 53.90000,-9.25000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:22
Ashford Castle, County Mayo
40.7 km
Knock Shrine
24.9 km
Croagh Patrick
31.1 km
Kylemore Abbey
56.5 km
Céide Fields
47.3 km
Moore Hall
20.8 km
Westport House
21.8 km
Ballintubber Abbey
16 km
Croaghaun
62.7 km
Clifden Castle
70.4 km
Connemara National Park
60 km
Mweelrea
48.1 km
Rockfleet Castle
24.8 km
Nephin
14.8 km
Cong Abbey
40 km
Ross Errilly Friary
47.4 km
Maumturks
51.9 km
Blacksod Lighthouse
57.5 km
Slievemore
54.4 km
Carrickkildavnet Castle
45.7 km
Wild Nephin National Park
32.2 km
Granuaile's Castle
47.4 km
Michael Davitt Bridge
44.2 km
Museum of Country Life
3.3 km
Western Way
47.9 km
Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
50.4 km
St Mary's Cathedral, Tuam
50.2 km
Dunmore Castle
44.8 kmReviews
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