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The Driver's Guide
the backdrop of the gorgeous Lough Inchiquin, towering mountains, and picturesque waterfalls. The circle features five low megaliths and an obvious outlier, a tall three meter standing stone. The drive to the sight is beautiful enough by itself though the end result is well worth it. Though nobody knows exactly when or why the circle was created, the air of mystery surrounding them makes for an even more magical experience. This is the perfect excursion for anyone who wants a break from city attractions and needs a retreat to the mystical country.
EASK TOWER
For those who love a good hike far away from hordes of tourists look no further than Eask Tower. Located in Kerry on the top of Carhoo Hill, this stone tower overlooks Dingle bay and was used to guide ships into the harbour when it was built in 1847.
The mouth of Dingle Harbour is a “blind” mouth, which lead to the creation of the wooden “finger” that juts from the structure. The finger points to the harbour entrance which allowed ships to sail in successfully.
The site is peaceful with stunning views of sheep fields, Dingle, and the ocean. The hike to the top is relatively easy and ideal for people who want to get a bit of exercise but do not have time for a full day journey. This is the best spot to go enjoy nature to the fullest.
SIAMSA TÍRE NATIONAL FOLK THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE
Ireland’s premier cultural experience, Siamsa Tíre in Tralee, Co Kerry, is the home of Ireland’s National Folk Theatre. You can enjoy the best of Ireland’s traditional Irish music, song and dance in five-star cultural heritage performances and visual arts exhibitions. The plush, purpose-built centre is Ireland’s first environmentally- friendly Green Certified theatre, fully wheelchair accessible and child friendly. It is a guaranteed highlight of any visit to Ireland for visitors from all over the world.
Siamsa Tíre presents five different traditional shows to choose from between May – September every year. The dedicated, passionate, and professional cast of performers are all trained from a young age through the National Folk Theatre Training Academy in the authentic Siamsa Tíre
style. Ireland’s leading performers transport you to times past in rural and coastal Ireland. They create an unforgettable evening, rich in colour, mesmerising music, song and storytelling, thrilling and energetic Irish dance, and a taste of Ireland’s cultural and working traditions on the land and sea. For a truly unique cultural experience you can immerse yourself in Irish culture and support this living tradition, by joining the Siamsa Tíre cast to learn Irish dance and song in
the Academy Workshops. You can either join pre-set workshops on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from June to August, or if you have a family or small to large groups, the Academy can tailor workshops specifically to your group.
Siamsa Tíre also has a dedicated gallery that hosts exhibitions of Irish artists and representations of the National Folk Theatre all year round. As an Arts Centre, from October to April visitors of all ages can also enjoy an extensive theatre programme of touring drama, comedy, music and children’s events and workshops.
Siamsa Tíre
Siamsa Tíre Adults Workshop
BEAUFORT GOLF CLUB
Beaufort Golf Club is a superb 18 hole parkland championship golf course located just 10 minutes from Killarney Town on the Ring of Kerry road. It is a spectacular course in stunning surroundings and is enjoyable for all standards of golfers.
Beaufort, Killarney, Co.
Kerry, V93 E8HW, Ireland Phone: +353 64 664 4440 Email Us:info@beaufortgc.com Website: www.beaufortgc.com
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