Attractions

THE CLIFFS OF MOHER
The Cliffs of Moher in north Clare are the highest cliffs in Europe. The public viewing point for these natural shale cliffs can be accessed southbound along the R478 from Doolin. Facilities at the Cliffs include car park, visitors centre and craft shop. Also at the top of the cliffs viewing points is O’Briens tower. The Cliffs are one of Irelands top tourist attractions. They stand day after day against the might and force of the Atlantic Ocean. These natural wonders put on a dramatic display of crashing waves against sturdy rock. O’Briens tower is located on the highest cliff and is an exceptional viewing point. The Cliffs are also a treat for bird watchers. They boast many breeds such as the Fulmar (seagull), Kittiwakes, (similar in size to the common gull), and Razorbill. These are only a select few and many more make their home at the Cliffs. The birds put on an amazing show as they appear as little white dots disappearing into the cliff face into their nests.

THE BURREN
The Burren, from the Gaelic word Boireann is an area of limestone rock covering imposing majestic mountains, and tranquil valleys with gently meandering streams. With its innate sense of spiritual peace, extraordinary array of flora and wildlife, and megalithic tombs and monuments older than Egypt's pyramids, the Burren creates a tapestry of colour and a seductively magical aura which few people leave without wanting to experience again.
Follow the story of the formation of the Burren's lunar landscape where man hunted bear, and wolves roamed the forests.See how, thousands of years ago, man left his mark on the landscape in the form of Dolmens and burial chambers. They still stand today, stone sentinels at the gates of our civilisation's history. Take the journey with us, watch history unfold in front of your eyes, listen to the sounds and feel the atmosphere of thousands of years ago.
Study the complex and unique environment which allows plants and flowers, not normally found together in the same country, to share the same rock crevices. The glorious Alpine Gentian, Bloody Cranesbill and Mountain Avens are just some of the floral gems which proliferate in the Burren.

ARAN ISLANDS
Ferry boats travel daily (weather permitting) from Doolin, to the Aran Islands, just off the coast of north Clare.
Although part of Co. Galway, Doolin is the closest mainland point to Inishere, the smallest of the island group. Irish is the first language of the islanders.
Inishere has the facilities to cater for the many visitors it sees each year yet still maintains the traditional island lifestyle. It boasts a magnificent stretch of beach beside the pier. Lose yourself on one of the many narrow laneways that divide small flower filled stone walled fields. Inisheres cemetery is unique, overlooking the Atlantic on a high sand dune. The ruins of a 15th C. O’Brien tower house built inside an earlier stone fort can be seen from anywhere on the island.

TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC
Doolin has had a living musical heritage for many decades. Being a gealteacht area up until the later part of the last century, music, singing, dancing and story telling have always formed the fabric of this community. This all occurred at house dances rather than the pub culture we see there today.
In the 1930’s Seamus O’Duillearga recorded extensively in the area for the benefit of the Irish Folklore Commission (1935-1971) now the Department of Irish Folklore UCD. These recordings are available there to the public.
Doolin today is internationally renowned for its music. This is thanks to the earlier generations of musicians from the area. Most famous of these perhaps is the Russell brothers Micho, Gussie and Pakie.
In the 1960’s they brought their unique music to a world stage. Micho through television, radio and international tours made Doolin a household name . People travelled from all over the world to meet these ambassadors of Doolin.
Helped by its geographical position, a small fishing village at the foot of the cliffs of Moher and a doorway to the Burren the rest is musical history. Since these early days many musicians and visitors alike have made Doolin what it is today - a thriving community and a great place to have a few tunes!
Three pubs (McGann’s, O’Connors and McDermott’s) in Doolin have music all year round. Musicians both local and not so local play here nightly, joined by visiting musicians, every night has its uniqueness. Many different styles and mixes of instruments are to be found.

DOOLIN CRAFTS GALLERY
At the edge of the Burren, overlooking the village of Doolin, The Cliffs of Moher, the Aran Islands and the Atlantic, you will find, what our customers say is, "The best Craft Shop in Ireland".
With our Artist's training, we carefully choose our stock: Clothing, Sweaters,Scarves, Hats, Jewellery, Pottery, Glass, Throws, Leather bags and much more.
Enjoy our Restaurant serving delicious home-cooked food, Morning coffee, Lunch all day, Afternoon tea. All of this is surrounded by the splendid Gardens we have created over twenty years.

CELTIC JEWELLERY
I & RFB Silversmith is based in Doolin, on the west coast of Ireland, in County Clare.
We work in silver and gold, making traditional and contemporary jewellery inspired by old Celtic patterns. "We" stands for Inge and Robert. Robert qualified in 1980 and started making Celtic jewellery in Doolin 1984. In 1989 he opend his Celtic Jewellery Shop and workshop in Fishersteet, Doolin. Inge joined 1994. She took to making jewellery like a fish to water and has designed a collection in her own style, as well as Celtic drawings and cards.

DOOLIN ARTISTS
Doolin Artists is an association of professional artists who formed a group for the purpose of representing their artwork annually in an exhibition at the Russell Cultural Centre in Doolin.
In addition, by invitation, space is allocated for “guest artists”. In 2004 Doolin Artists also especially featured the work of a young local student, Dehlia Ryan. The annual exhibition has been very popular and successful and includes paintings, drawings, etchings, as well as various other printing techniques, photography, sculpture and installations.
Doolin is a very special village and has not only inspired and attracted musicians from all over the world but also writers and artists.
Doolin Artists Exhibition 2005
This summer’s exhibition will be from Friday, the 5th of August to Saturday the 19th of August.
All are most welcome to visit and enjoy this year’s Doolin Artists Exhibition.

Doonagore Farmhouse
Cliffs of Moher Road,
Doonagore,
Doolin,
Co. Clare.

Tel: 065 - 7074170
(International: +353 65 7074170)

Fax: 065 - 7074170
(International: +353 65 7074170)

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