About this book
The Rough Guide to Ireland is the definitive guide to this fascinating island with its fascinating historical sites, world-renowned pubs, spectacular landscapes and pulsating nightlife. It will guide you through Ireland with reliable information and a clearly explained background on everything from traditional sports and music to the country's history and literature. Whether you're looking for great places to eat and drink or inspiring accommodation and the top places to hear Irish music, you'll find the solution. Accurate maps and comprehensive practical information help you get under the skin of this dynamic island, whilst stunning photography and a full-colour introduction make The Rough Guide to Ireland in your ultimate travelling companion.
Make the most of your time on God's green earth with The Rough Guide to Ireland.
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Table of contents
- Contents 3
- INTRODUCTION 4
- Where to go 10
- When to go 12
- Things not to miss 14
- Itineraries 24
- BASICS 26
- Getting there 27
- Getting around 29
- Accommodation 32
- Food and drink 34
- The media 36
- Festivals and events 37
- Culture and etiquette 38
- Sports 39
- Outdoor activities 40
- Travel essentials 42
- THE GUIDE 48
- 1 Dublin 48
- 2 Around Dublin: Wicklow, Kildare and Meath 110
- 3 Louth, Monaghan and Cavan 144
- 4 The Midlands: Westmeath, Longford, Offaly and Laois 162
- 5 Kilkenny, Carlow and Wexford 178
- 6 Waterford and Tipperary 202
- 7 Cork 226
- 8 Kerry 268
- 9 Limerick and Clare 306
- 10 Galway and Mayo 338
- 11 Sligo, Leitrim and Roscommon 392
- 12 Donegal 420
- 13 Belfast 460
- 14 Antrim and Derry 490
- 15 Down and Armagh 524
- 16 Tyrone and Fermanagh 560
- CONTEXTS 580
- History 581
- Traditional music 600
- Literature 605
- Books 618
- The Irish language 623
- Glossary 626
- SMALL PRINT & INDEX 629
