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The Best of Oughterard and Connemara
If you have a sense of history, 'Connemara' will conjure up many kinds of emotion
so no adjectives are required. Oscar Wilde famously described it as 'Savage beauty'.
For me, it's the feeling of Freedom and the awe inspiring natural wonder that I see all around me when I'm out on Lough Corrib in a small boat and experience the unimaginable silence and magnitude of the sky, water and mountains. Then I might spot a tiny boat in the distance and hear the whispers of the fishermen on board, or if near the shore and hear the birds chattering and wonder 'what they are talking about?
Or when I'm out for a walk and experience the four seasons in an hour -
Even more MAGIC!
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These are the things we like about Oughterard and Connemara
These crusies on Lough Corrib are no less than magical and something
you will always remember An absolute MUST DO
Connemara Greenway Restaurant, Main Street, Oughterard
This is a small but special restaurants. You will love the atmosphore and the food. MUST visit
We think this is a jewel in the crown of Connemara. The hotel is set in a private
estate of 700 acres, has a really friendly atmosphere, the food is delicious,
the prices are fair, and the grounds, river, lake walks and beautiful walled garden
are no less than stunning. We love to spend a whole day here - its glorious!
Standun, Main Street, Oughterard
This is a beautiful shop in Oughterard Village selling high quality hand made clothes, Aran sweaters and really stylish men's and women's clothes.
Its like a treasure chest with beautiful quality hand made gifts that your loved
ones will cherish. This gets our highest recommendation!
Lough Corrib Charts
by Trevor Northage (Angling Charts). The Corrib Charts are no less than a work of art.
Trevor Northage is a Master Mariner and spent 6 years charting the lake from his boat, Burlesque. Trevor has certainly made a most significant contribution to the combined knowledge of The Corrib, and to his great credit, a massive contribution to the safety of any who venture out on its waters. Get one!
Clancy's Bar & Restaurant, Camp Street, Oughterard
the history of Oughterard sports and more is on the walls. Its a Sports Bar but you can get breakfast, lunch (Go to Powers for dinner).
Music nights and the beer is good too!
Power's Thatch, Bar & Restaurant
An established bar & restaurant serving good wholesome food.
Lets just say atmospheric - Its an interesting place to visit and will take
you back in time. Not for families. No food. Meet the locals for lively chat!
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Blackrock Cottage Restaurant, Salthill Galway
When in Galway and you find yourself out on the Promenade at Salthill, pop into the Cottage near to Blackrock Diving Tower and taste some the best food in Galway.
This is our favourite place for lunch when in Salthill, Galway.
What are the Great Western Lakes of Ireland
The 7 lakes that make the Great Western Lakes of Ireland are:
Lough's Corrib, Mask, Carra, Conn, Cullin. Arrow and Sheelin with
Lough Corrib being the largest.
Glassilaun Beach in Connemara, a hidden gem of Galway, has been recognised as one of 'Europe's best' beaches by Guardian Travel.
More you come in the coming weeks :-)