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The Author of This Liberated Article Is: Ann Coveney  ARTICLE SUMMARY: Ireland has a rich and varied landscape which is unsurpassed. Wild desolate bog land, imposing cliffs, gentle undulating hills, impressive mountains and golden beaches, are just some of the features found here under an ever changing sky. The climate of Ireland is such that the skies are forever changing and high fluffy clouds can change in an instant to dark brooding thunderheads. These skies have a dramatic effect on the landscape much to the delight of many artists who visit Ireland. Accessibility IS an Issue LPR Takes Seriously. This Article is Text Reader Friendly
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16 Wonderful Things about the Emerald Isle from the Climate to the Landscape | Ireland's beautiful unspoilt landscape has been an inspiration to poets and artists throughout the centuries. The verdant countryside lives up its name of being the 'Emerald Isle'.
Ireland has a rich and varied landscape which is unsurpassed. Wild desolate bog land, imposing cliffs, gentle undulating hills, impressive mountains and golden beaches, are just some of the features found here under an ever changing sky.
The Giant's Causeway
The Giant's Causeway is a bizarre structure made from hexagonal stone slabs which have been piled into columns. It is believed to have been formed around sixty million years ago by a process of volcanic eruptions and the cooling of molten lava.
The basalt columns range upwards to over six metres and extend out wards to the sea, providing one of the most spectacular sights Ireland has to offer. There is a legend telling of a giant Finn McCool who built the causeway in an attempt to see his love who lived on the Hebridean island of Staffa. The sight has been declared a world heritage sight and one of the great wonders of the world.
The Burren
In County Clare there is a limestone pavement that stretches for 116 square miles called 'The Burren'. Thousands of great limestone slabs have created a lunar looking landscape. The slabs are believed to have been formed from the skeletons of countless animals that inhabited the land over 300 million years ago.
This area is of particular interest to botanists who come here to study the plants which grow between the cracks in the pavement. The flora is similar to that found in the alpine regions. Life is sustained on these seemingly dry, barren slabs by a series of underground streams and rivers which rise to the surface during wet weather
The Cliffs of Moher
Also in Clare are the magnificent 'Cliffs of Moher'. They rise vertically from the sea to over 200mtres and stretch for eight miles along the western Atlantic coast.
The only sounds to be heard here are the Atlantic rollers crashing in and the howling wind from the Burren. In the springtime this is accompanied by the sound of many species of sea birds, including the puffin, nesting in the sheltered crevices. There are no fences to stop you approaching or falling off the edge - so beware!
The Marble Arch Caves
Underneath the heart of Fermanagh lies a hidden world of caves and waterways. The Marble Arch is the point at which the river runs out of the caves. It is possible to navigate along these underground streams which are the source of the River Shannon. Shinning a light reveals strange rock formations and impressive stalagmites. The mineral deposits in the rock twinkle in the light like jewels making this a most magical place.
Croagh Patrick
Croagh Patrick towers above Westport in County Mayo to around 765metres. This is a sacred mountain devoted to the patron saint of Ireland Patrick. He is said to have spent forty days and forty nights praying and fasting here - like Jesus in the desert.
The sight is believed to have had a religious significance as far back as 3000BC when it was the site for pagan worship of the Celtic god Lug. Christianity absorbed many pagan traditions and today pilgrims flock here and brave the mountain climb - sometimes in bare feet - to pay homage to the great saint.
A Wonderful Climate
The climate of Ireland is such that the skies are forever changing and high fluffy clouds can change in an instant to dark brooding thunderheads. These skies have a dramatic effect on the landscape much to the delight of many artists who come to capture the light. This land has a natural beauty that is unique. | | Article Republished From: Liberated Press Releases and Other FREE Information a web site that DOESN'T use Google Adsense text links in or around articles. Author Resource:- Ann Coveney is a freelance writer and part time school teacher. She can be hired to write articles on a wide range of topics. The web site she uses the most for low cost travel and hotel booking is http://www.AskVicki.co.uk |
ARTICLE SUMMARY: Wild coastlines, deserted beeches, looming mountains and expanses of bleak bog land make this one of the most magical places in this 'Emerald Isle'. Its beauty is startling. The beeches here are for the most part deserted - no sunbathers here! Although the climate is officially described as 'temperate' a good warm jumper and waterproof windcheaters are essential luggage items! Accessibility IS an Issue LPR Takes Seriously. This Article is Text Reader Friendly
Easy Copy and Paste the Entire Article Geographically in the North - Politically in the South - Dun na nGall or Donegal a Big Part of Magical Ireland | Geographically in the north - politically in the south- this is rugged country.
Wild coastlines, deserted beeches, looming mountains and expanses of bleak bog land make this one of the most magical places in this 'Emerald Isle'.
 Its beauty is startling. The beeches here are for the most part deserted - no sunbathers here! Although the climate is officially described as 'temperate' a good warm jumper and waterproof windcheaters are essential luggage items!
Donegal Town
Donegal town provides a good starting point for any traveller to these parts. It consists of a diamond shaped centre (appropriately called 'The Diamond') crammed full of hotels, shops, galleries and restaurants. Here you can buy anything from an original piece of artwork created by a local artist, to a piece of turf complete with burner. The evocative smell is what reminds exiles of home!
There are many comfortable hotels to choose from each providing entertainment to accompany your pint of creamy Guinness after a days touring.
When touring Donegal be sure to have a guide book and map - it is easy to get lost and some interesting historical sites are devoid of information!
The Irish Famine
Evidence of this tragic period in Irish History can be found about the countryside with abandoned shells of cottages dotted about. There are a few centres where you can discover the historical facts and consequences of this devastating event and the impact it had on the area from which it has never fully recovered.
The most comprehensive of this is the Doagh Visitor Centre.
After a good cup of Irish tea and a slice of soda bread you can take a tour of the many displays of life during the 'Great Famine' of 1845. Also you can find out about many Irish customs such as 'the wake'. Many of our common sayings today have their in these old customs. Find out where the term 'dead ringer' comes from and many more interesting facts.
Doon Rock
Situated near Lough Gartan Doon Rock, this is the place where the O'Donnell Kings were crowned.
The stone has the imprint of the feet of the original chieftain cut into it. The elected ruler would remove his footwear and stand in the imprint. Here he would swear an ancient oath to the clan and be presented with an 'An Slat Bhan', a straight white rod to symbolise kingship and the idea that the sword was no longer needed to rule his people.
Also on this site you will find one of the many 'holy wells' which are popular places of pilgrimage. Beside the well is a tree from which hang tokens ranging from babies teethers to rosary beads left by hopeful visitors. The holy waters are said to have healing powers made more powerful if you circle the tree seven times saying prayers. These sacred wells and trees demonstrate how pagan practices were not simply abandoned but absorbed into the Christian religion.
Walking up the little wooded track to the rock you will also find a little shrine to Our Lady, adorned with candles and prayers of the faithful. This is a magical little place that makes you pause for thought.
On the right of the well there is a hidden priests stone - a simple stone alter where mass was said during the days of catholic persecution. Again you will find prayers and candles showing that these places are regularly visited by believers - although when I went there was not a soul to be seen anywhere which added to the natural, spiritual atmosphere.
There are so many other places to visit in this area but it is the little places like this that offer you the most touching insight into the mix of magic, paganism and Christianity that makes Ireland and its people so unique. | | Article Republished From: Liberated Press Releases and Other FREE Information a web site that DOESN'T use Google Adsense text links in or around articles. Author Resource:- About the Author (HTML)
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