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Donegal Town is idyllically seated at the mouth of the Donegal Bay and perfectly bordered with the picturesque panorama of the Bluestack Mountains. It is a town steep in history and rich in well-preserved natural allures. The sites that welcome each tourist in this town attest to this truth.
Almost all of us agree to the notion that diamonds are forever. It is indeed forever at Donegal Town, Co. Donegal and not just that, it’s also a principal part of the town itself. It is in this fraction of Ireland that you will find the legendary Diamond centre which has been a subject of tourism way back before and continues to be until this point of time. This amazing centre piece created by Sir Basil Brooke is home to the 15th century praise-worthy “Donegal Castle” and the towering height magnificent obelisk which venerates the writings of the “Annals of the Four Masters”.
Certainly the first to capture tourists’ attention in Donegal town is the historical Donegal Castle built on the early 14th century. Walking inside the castle is a rare privilege and an exceptional opportunity you must not dare to miss should you find yourself in the streets of Donegal Town. The castle has played a major role in Irish history that it had to be destroyed in the past to prevent an imminent fate to happen. Fortunately, to the benefit of most tourists, the castle has been rebuilt to its original structure in the 17th century.
Pretty amazing is that the name of the town means “Fort of Foreigners”, which verily suggests a certain place intriguing and very attractive to strangers. Another point of interest in this town is the valuable 25-ft tall obelisk which honors the four Franciscan friars who has kept preserved much of Irish earliest history through writing. The obelisk is also found in the diamond centre, just a close distance away from the Donegal Castle.
You do not need to go far from the town centre to get your very own tweed products which is by the way, the primary industry in Donegal town. Streets branching from the Diamond, leads to various tweed stores where you can pick up the daintiest originally Donegal styled tweed products. On your way, make sure to pass by the Donegal Creative Craft Trail where you can get handcrafted gift and souvenir ideas. While you are exploring the town, take time to drop by the Donegal Railway Heritage Centre where you can access the town museum, information centre and shop. And of course, hop on to the classic steam powered train and say hello to the old Donegal!
If these are enough to make your mind wander imaginably across the streets of Donegal, waste no more time and experience the real thing.
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Donegal aboard a Cruiser - Mar 22nd, 2006
As you step into the ground of Co. Donegal, Ireland, what first catches your eyes is the serene water that lies magnificently on the frame of the county. This wondrous water makes a perfect base for a thrilling cruise adventure.
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Donegal's Beaches - Summer All Year Round - Mar 22nd, 2006
If you are one of those few who think beaches are only for summers, think again. In Co. Donegal, Ireland, quite a lot of beaches offer a year round fun and enjoyment. You don’t need a particular time of the year to enjoy the water.
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Nature Attractions in Donegal - Mar 21st, 2006
When does nature becomes an attraction? It’s everywhere we set our eyes on yet there are locations that are a cut above the rest in terms of nature. Nature becomes an enticement when it exceeds the ordinary and preserves the most natural. Co. Donegal, Ireland is one of those few setting with excellent display of nature. Discover this and feel connected with God’s gift to this county.
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Donegal in a Saddle - Equestrian Centers - Mar 21st, 2006
Experiencing Co. Donegal, Ireland through a saddle is as exciting as it sounds. This county puts forward loads of equestrian centers for guests to indulge in a thrilling horse ride.
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Golfing at Donegal - Mar 21st, 2006
A simple but effective way to spend a day or two of your vacation trip is playing golf. Teeing is more exciting given a course as picturesque and challenging as the ones in Co. Donegal, Ireland.
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