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Salthill, once a
small seaside resort 3 km west of Galway City, is now a much sought
after suburb of this expanding city. Salthill growth in tandem with
the City has resulted in it becoming the premier seaside resort in
Ireland. While it may have lost some of its simple, rural charms, it
has gained a wealth of amenities in the process. The giant
Leisureland complex, with its host of children's entertainments,
including an indoor heated swimming pool, proves very popular year
round. The golden half-mile of casinos, pubs and restaurants also
play their part by day and discos and musical pubs rule the roost at
night.
However, Galway Bay and its lapping waters will always be the main
attraction in Salthill and the visitor has a host of safe, sandy
beaches from which to choose. Swimming, sunbathing, sail-boarding,
snorkelling, sea angling and high board diving, can be enjoyed here.
For the less energetic, a stroll along Ireland's longest promenade,
is highly recommended, for the fresh Galway Bay sea air is a tonic
in itself. And, while you are at it, ramble through nearby Salthill
Park and Quincentennial Park to view the flowers and shrubs.
Alternatively, one can try a spot of tennis or golf at the nearby
clubs.
Live music can be heard in many pubs including the atmospheric O'
Connors on the main street and the lively Kitty O'Shea's close to
the seaside.
During the summer months, many festivals are held which add to the
ambiance of the resort. Sonas in Salthill is an annual multicultural
carnival held in Salthill Park. A cross community event with an
international theme, celebrating world cultures through food, music
, dance, storytelling and sport. Salthill Folk Festival - one of the
very few folk festivals in Ireland - is recognised for its top class
traditional celtic bands from Ireland and Europe. There are concerts
and sessions every night culminating with hooker racing on the Bay
and a new initiative - the Heritage Proms - one of the major
successes of the festival. The Salthill Air Show is a free air show
held every summer along the Salthill Promenade. |
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