Aran Islands, Island group off Galway Bay, Ireland.
The three islands - Inishmore, Inishmaan, and Inisheer - extend across 46 square kilometers at the entrance of Galway Bay in western Ireland.
The limestone landscape contains seven prehistoric stone fortifications, with Dún Aonghasa on Inishmore dating back to 1100 BC as a defensive structure.
The inhabitants maintain Irish as their primary language, preserving ancient traditions through farming practices and the creation of traditional wool garments.
Regular ferry services operate from Rossaveal in County Galway throughout the year, while seasonal connections run from Doolin in County Clare.
The islands feature a combination of arctic, Mediterranean, and alpine plants growing together due to the specific climate conditions.
Location: County Galway
GPS coordinates: 53.11667,-9.70000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:32
This selection presents Ireland's natural landscapes and historic sites. The locations range from coastal cliffs and mountain ranges to medieval castles and lighthouses. The route covers all regions of Ireland and includes national parks, islands, walking trails and archaeological sites.
Dun Aengus
4.6 km
Dún Dúchathair
1.6 km
O'Brien's Castle
13.5 km
Inisheer Lighthouse
14 km
Inishmore Lighthouse
1.2 km
Doonconor
8 km
Eeragh Lighthouse
11 km
Teampull Bheanáin
2.8 km
Cnoc Raithní
13.1 km
St. Gobnet's Church (Kilgobnet) Innisheer
12.7 km
Straw Island Lighthouse
4.6 km
Dún Eochla Ringfort
1.2 km
Templesaghtmacree Church, Carrownlisheen
8.2 km
Doonfarvagh
9 km
Clochán na Carraige
4.9 km
Onaght Cashel
5.8 km
Dun Formna
13.5 km
The Seven Churches
5.9 km
Killeany Wedge Tomb Oghill
1.7 km
Temple an Cheathrair Aluinn Church, Oghil
1.8 km
Templebrecan
6.1 km
Kilcanonagh Church
9.2 km
Templenaneeve Church Kilmurvy
4.1 km
Temple MacDuagh Church
4.3 km
Caomhan's Church
13.7 km
St. Kieran's Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site
2 km
Teach Synge
8 km
Séipéal Mhuire gan Smál
8.1 kmReviews
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