All year long, millions of visitors flock to Ireland so that they can experience the vibrant capital of Dublin.
Guinness storehouse, Jameson distillery, St.
Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Book of Kells, etc.
: all these attractions and so much more cause numerous people to spend a lot time visiting the Irish capital.
This causes people to forget that there is another part of Ireland, the part of Ireland with a real Irish feel to it, the part where the Gaelic language is still in use today.
I am talking about the western part of Ireland.
For travelers who visit western Ireland, and want that big city feel, Galway city is the perfect location to visit! This magnificent city gives visitors that Dublin, city-like feel while maintaining the Irish culture at the same time.
Galway city is a bit smaller than Dublin, but just as lively as the nation's capital.
It is the perfect place that mixes history and traditional Irish culture with modernity.
A city filled with culture, Galway brings in many visitors a year to experience why it is called the unofficial arts capital of Ireland! With a lively art and music scene, Galway city is host to the Galway Arts Festival which attracts an enormous amount of travelers every summer; but unlike Dublin, the locals do not seem to disappear, and the character and culture of the city does not get lost! If you are not into the art scene, there are many other things for people to do in Galway.
Visitors can take a stroll through the remarkable medieval quarter that has not been unchanged since the medieval ages.
In fact, you can probably use a map from the 18th century and still find your way around the area.
Head over to Shop Street and Market Street to visit Lynch's Castle and the Lynch Memorial Window, respectively.
Lynch's Castle dates back to the 15th century and is the oldest medieval town house, in Ireland, that is still used daily for commercial purposes.
After visiting the castle, go to the memorial window and learn about James Lynch FitzStephen, the 16th century Galway mayor who executed his own son for murdering a Spanish merchant.
These are just a few things that visitors can expect to see when visiting Galway; you should know that there are so many more attractions that will take your breath away.
During the night, travelers should go out, socialize, and experience the nighttime culture of Galway.
With streets filled with numerous local pubs and restaurants, visitors can enjoy a meal and/or a drink and enjoy the sounds of traditional Irish music heard throughout the streets.
If you want to get away from the city for a while, take a short ferry ride over to the Aran Islands.
Spend a day exploring these islands and discover everything they have to offer, such as the marvelous Dun Aengus, a 2,000 year old stone fortress.
From the Islands you will be able to see beautiful views of Galway Bay.
If you want to experience the beautiful countryside and see why Ireland is known as the "greenest" country in the world, take a short trip from Galway and visit the region known as Connemara.
Leave the city and spend a few days strolling through the countryside, or stay a bit longer and learn how to speak the traditional Gaelic language.
Whatever you decide to do, all visitors of Galway should take some time to discover these two areas.
Dublin and Galway are at opposite ends of Ireland and have the same vibrant, big city feeling that attracts visitors; unlike Dublin, Galway seems to maintain its traditional character.
Located on the western side of Ireland, Galway city is the perfect base to visit many of Ireland's hidden gems.
All visitors to Ireland should be sure to schedule enough time to experience the magnificent city of Galway.
Guinness storehouse, Jameson distillery, St.
Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Book of Kells, etc.
: all these attractions and so much more cause numerous people to spend a lot time visiting the Irish capital.
This causes people to forget that there is another part of Ireland, the part of Ireland with a real Irish feel to it, the part where the Gaelic language is still in use today.
I am talking about the western part of Ireland.
For travelers who visit western Ireland, and want that big city feel, Galway city is the perfect location to visit! This magnificent city gives visitors that Dublin, city-like feel while maintaining the Irish culture at the same time.
Galway city is a bit smaller than Dublin, but just as lively as the nation's capital.
It is the perfect place that mixes history and traditional Irish culture with modernity.
A city filled with culture, Galway brings in many visitors a year to experience why it is called the unofficial arts capital of Ireland! With a lively art and music scene, Galway city is host to the Galway Arts Festival which attracts an enormous amount of travelers every summer; but unlike Dublin, the locals do not seem to disappear, and the character and culture of the city does not get lost! If you are not into the art scene, there are many other things for people to do in Galway.
Visitors can take a stroll through the remarkable medieval quarter that has not been unchanged since the medieval ages.
In fact, you can probably use a map from the 18th century and still find your way around the area.
Head over to Shop Street and Market Street to visit Lynch's Castle and the Lynch Memorial Window, respectively.
Lynch's Castle dates back to the 15th century and is the oldest medieval town house, in Ireland, that is still used daily for commercial purposes.
After visiting the castle, go to the memorial window and learn about James Lynch FitzStephen, the 16th century Galway mayor who executed his own son for murdering a Spanish merchant.
These are just a few things that visitors can expect to see when visiting Galway; you should know that there are so many more attractions that will take your breath away.
During the night, travelers should go out, socialize, and experience the nighttime culture of Galway.
With streets filled with numerous local pubs and restaurants, visitors can enjoy a meal and/or a drink and enjoy the sounds of traditional Irish music heard throughout the streets.
If you want to get away from the city for a while, take a short ferry ride over to the Aran Islands.
Spend a day exploring these islands and discover everything they have to offer, such as the marvelous Dun Aengus, a 2,000 year old stone fortress.
From the Islands you will be able to see beautiful views of Galway Bay.
If you want to experience the beautiful countryside and see why Ireland is known as the "greenest" country in the world, take a short trip from Galway and visit the region known as Connemara.
Leave the city and spend a few days strolling through the countryside, or stay a bit longer and learn how to speak the traditional Gaelic language.
Whatever you decide to do, all visitors of Galway should take some time to discover these two areas.
Dublin and Galway are at opposite ends of Ireland and have the same vibrant, big city feeling that attracts visitors; unlike Dublin, Galway seems to maintain its traditional character.
Located on the western side of Ireland, Galway city is the perfect base to visit many of Ireland's hidden gems.
All visitors to Ireland should be sure to schedule enough time to experience the magnificent city of Galway.
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