Kylemore Abbey and Gardens
Kylemore Castle, built in 1868, is one of the great baronial-style Castles
remaining in Ireland. In 1920, the Castle was turned into an Abbey when it
was purchased by the Irish Benedictine nuns. Visitors to the three
reception rooms in the Abbey are touched by its history steeped in romance
and tragedy. The Community of Nuns re-opened their International Boarding
School here, and also established a day school for local girls. Visitors
are also welcome to the recently-restored neo-Gothic church (circa 1871),
Mausoleum, Restaurant and Craft Shop. A complimentary shuttle bus will
take visitors to the restored Victorian Walled Garden. Located on N59 in
north Connemara, 3.5 miles NE of Letterfrack.
Ballynahinch Castle
Ballynahinch Castle is steeped in a wealth of tradition and
has been intertwined in the history of Connemara and its
people for many centuries. From the days of the O'Flaherty
Chieftains, to Grace O'Malley, the Pirate Queen of
Connemara, to Humanity Dick Martin, founder of the society
for the prevention of cruelty to animals and to H.R.H. the
Maharajah Ranjitsinji, also known as the 'Ranji', Prince of
Cricketeers.
Lettergesh Beach
Renvyle is home to spectacular beaches in particular the 'white strand', a
long expanse of white sand with stunning views across the aquamarine ocean
that would rival any beach worldwide. This magical place has inspired
writers and artists and draws them back again and again, some have settled
in the area.
Renvyle Castle
Renvyle Castle on the northern shore of Connemara faces the
Atlantic. It was an O'Flaherty castle, passing into the
hands of the Blakes for a time.
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