County Mayo, County in Connacht, Ireland
Description
County Mayo is a county in Connacht, western Ireland, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and by Sligo, Galway, and Roscommon. The landscape ranges from rocky coastlines and sandy beaches to moorland, with mountain ridges and a network of lakes and rivers throughout.
History
The county was formed in 1585 when English administration adopted the boundaries of the Mac William Íochtar lordship. During the 19th century, the region experienced severe population loss and emigration through the great famine.
Culture
The name comes from the Irish Maigh Eo, meaning "plain of the yew trees," which refers to the Ballina area. In the western Gaeltacht regions, visitors still hear Irish spoken in shops, pubs, and on public signs.
Practical
Castlebar serves as a starting point for travelers, with trains to Dublin and other cities in the east. Regional bus routes connect smaller towns such as Westport, Ballina, and Claremorris for visitors exploring multiple areas.
Did you know?
Croagh Patrick attracts thousands of pilgrims each year who often climb the mountain barefoot. The coastline around Clew Bay reveals hundreds of small islands at low tide, which nearly disappear at high tide.
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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
25.1 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 kmCastle Hackett
48.7 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 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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