- Week Two - During our time in Dublin, we booked a tour with Galway Tour Company to view one the most stunning landmarks of Ireland, the Cliffs of Moher. Leaving early in the morning, the bus ride from Dublin to Galway took around 2.5 hours. Starting the tour at Galway Coach Station, we got to explore numerous ancient monuments and appreciate the beautiful country-side landscape. Here are some of my favorite stops during the tour: 1. DUNGUAIRE CASTLE This castle is a 16th-century tower house located on the southeastern shore of Galway Bay. Surrounded by water and greenery, this may be the most picturesque castle in all of Ireland! 2. CLIFFS OF MOHER Located in the Burren region, the Cliffs of Moher have become one of the most visited sights in all of Ireland. The sea cliffs run around 14 kilometers long and give spectacular views of the ocean. This landmark is so magical that it was even featured in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! 3. POULNABRONE DOLMEN Located on one of the highest points in the Burren region, this portal tomb dates back to the Neolithic period between 4200BC to 2900BC. When this site was excavated in the 1980s, around 33 human remains were found buried underneath. Now, it serves as a popular tourist attraction for those who want a glimpse of this ancient artifact. 4. CAHERMORE RINGFORT Also known as Ballyallaban stone fort, this landmark lies between Ballyvaughan village and Leamaneh Castle. Once walking toward the edge of the fort, you can see spectacular views of the vast, long fields that surround the region. 5. QUAY STREET Ending our tour back at Galway Coach Station, we decided to eat dinner at a small Italian restaurant on Quay Street. This street is a bustling area filled with pubs, restaurants, cafes and boutiques. After dinner, we grabbed some ice cream before heading back to Dublin. In all, our trip to Ireland was definitely one for the books. With only two full days of traveling, we felt that we really made the most of our short stay in Dublin and Galway!
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