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The third largest island in Europe, Ireland lies between the Atlantic Ocean and Irish Sea.It is politically divided into the Republic of Ireland, a state covering five-sixths of the island, and Northern Ireland which is a part of the United Kingdom. Despite political unrest, the island has produced some of the finest scholars, writers, artists, and musicians in world history. Jonathan Swift, James Joyce, George Bernard Shaw, Samuel Beckett, Seamus Heaney, Frank McCourt, U2, Enya and Clannad have all proudly called it home.

In Ireland you get to stay at places like the Bellingham Castle Hotel, a gracefully refurbished 17th century castle with modern facilities that harmonize with antique decor and ambiance of old world splendor; or the Leenane Hotel overlooking Killary Harbor and boasting some of the most gorgeous views of Ireland. Although no matter where you decide to take lodgings, the Island will wow you with its stunning beauty. A craggy coastline, pristine beaches, river valleys, rolling hills and historic towns are not the only things to take your breath away; there is whale watching to experience, there are magnificent gardens to stroll in and castles to take you back to the past. The Lismore Castle Gardens set in seven acres within 17th century outer defensive walls, are a must-visit. The spectacular Copper Coast European Geopark also falls into this category.

Whether you're walking along the Comeragh Mountains or clip-clopping along country roads in a horse-drawn caravan - Ireland is a tourist heaven for persons in all age groups.Surfing teens can flock to the Irish beaches to catch sky-high waves while younger kids delight in pony rides. As you might have realized by now, there is more on the island than you can possibly see during a single trip, and more to it than you ever could've imagined.

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