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Doolin is a
picturesque seaside village situated on a sandy bay on the north
west coast of County Clare some 3km from Aill na Searrach, the
northern end of the Cliffs of Moher. Facing the Atlantic Ocean and
surrounded by the dramatic bare limestone landscape of the Burren,
Doolin is a place of spectacular beauty. Doolin is situated 8km from
the famous cliffs of Moher, 6km from Lisdoonvarna spa town and 70km
from Galway City.
Traditionally a fishing village, Doolin is now better known as the
traditional music capital of Ireland. In recent years the village
has been attracting crowds to spontaneous sessions and festivals of
Irish and international music. One of Doolin's most famous sons was
Micho Russell, an outstanding whistle player. His contribution to
Irish music is celebrated with a weekend of traditional music every
February.
There are three music pubs in Doolin: McDermott's, McGann's and
O'Connor's. You will find music on a nightly basis in all the pubs
during the summer months and - if in the right place at the right
time - some of the best sessions in the winter. Many household names
in the Irish Traditional Music Scene have started out in Doolin and
numerous well established musicians have come just to join in a
session.
But music is certainly not all Doolin has to offer. Its location is
ideal for exploring North Clare with its beautiful sites like the
Cliffs of Moher and The Burren with the Aillwee Cave and the famous
Poulnabrone Dolmen. You can also take boat trips to the Aran
Islands. Cavers and Potholers have visited Doolin for many years. A
network of caves stretches right from the centre of Doolin for a
couple of miles to the north. Doolin has also become very popular
with surfers in recent years
The smallest of the Aran islands, Inisheer, is only 10km from the
mainland at Doolin. A ferry operating a daily service can take
groups of up to 150 people across to the islands in less than 30
minutes - making it the fastest route to the islands. The world
reknowned Lahinch Golf Course is only 11km from Doolin.
Why not come and enjoy the charms of this small Irish seaside
village rooted in tradition yet possessing an international
ambience. |
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