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Shannon, the Region with Cliffs and Valleys

Shannon region of Ireland spans from the middle of Ireland to the western coast up to the Atlantic Ocean. The counties Limerick, Clare, North Tipperary and South Tipperary are in this region. The river Shannon, flowing through the region is adding to its beauty. Boat rides in river Shannon are very popular among tourists. The cliffs spanning up to a height of 700 ft from sea in Moher pose such spectacular sight that they are vying to be among the new seven wonders of the world.

Shannon airport is the gateway to Ireland. Being one of the largest international airports in Ireland it is connected to all major cities in mainland Europe, Britain and even the United States. Car Hire Shannon Airport is available from Shannon airport to facilitate the transport arrangements of the visitors to Shannon region. The closest cities to Shannon airport are Limerick and Ennis. Car Hire Shannon is available in these cities.

There are many places of interest in Shannon a visitor should see. The Bunratty castle and Folk Park are of 14th century heritage. The Folk Park is spanning over 26 acres. It exhibits the 14th century life style of the Irish. The thatched cottages with their roofs tied down to ground, to prevent wind damage are reproductions of the Victorian era. The homesteads, the streets, the shops, the cottages and every thing else is reproduced to show how it looked like during 14th century. Even the sentries and folks of that era are there with the costumes of that era.

Though the village is interesting to see, it is the castle itself the prime attraction. Bunratty castle built in 1425 was repaired without altering its grand old look and the furniture was refurbished to make look it exactly as it looked like in 1425. Presently banquets are held in the castle with the traditionally costumed entertainers and musicians. The castle is kept opened for visitors daily.

The Burren situated in county Clare is a place found to be breaking the uniformity of the Irish landscape. It has vast spans of limestone. Its underground rivers are rare things to find on earth. Burren which spans over an area of around 300 square kilometers is an interesting place for those who study botany. It has some of the rarest alpine plants and ferns that grow on the crevices of limestone.There are many more things to see in Shannon for the nature loving visitor.

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