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1. Sligo Abbey
Sligo Abbey is an impressive stone ruin of a Dominican friary in the heart of the historic town of Sligo. The abbey dates back to the mid-13th century and has survived fires, wars and uprisings throughout the centuries. Explore the ancient structure to appreciate the abbey’s steadfast architecture and to find a collection of preserved stone carvings.
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2. Strandhill Beach
Strandhill Beach borders the coastal town of Strandhill, a charming spot known for its gorgeous scenery, surf breaks and dunes covered by marram grass. Wander along the sandy beach and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding hillside or take the icy plunge into the surf breaks that roll into the peninsula. Relax in an oceanfront café and sample scones and jam while you watch the roaring sea.
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3. Ben Bulben
Rearing above the Dartry Mountains, Ben Bulben is an immense limestone rock formation that has been important to Irish culture and mythology for millennia. See the landmark peak dominating the county during your travels in Sligo or stroll along the network of trails traversing the mountain’s base and summit.
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4. Streedagh Strand
The long, sandy beach at Streedagh Strand is a scenic stretch on the northwestern shore of Streedagh Point. Visit this pretty beach to stroll along the soft sands, inspect fossils in the limestone cliffs and retrace the adventures of the shipwrecked Spanish Armada captain Francisco de Cuéllar.
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5. Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery is a complex of tombs and stone circles that date back to the Neolithic period. The gneiss-and-quartzite megaliths dotted throughout these lush fields in County Sligo were constructed into passage tombs over 5,500 years ago. Learn about the rituals and cultural traits of prehistoric humans and explore the fascinating archeological site, one of the largest of its kind in Ireland.
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What to do in Coolaney
- Sligo Abbey
- Mullaghmore Beach
- Classiebawn Castle
- Strandhill Beach
- Lough Key Forest Park
- Ben Bulben
- Streedagh Strand
- Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
- Voya Seaweed Baths
- Enniscrone Beach
- Rosses Point Beach
- Gleniff Horseshoe
- County Sligo Golf Club
- Glencar Waterfall
- Knocknarea
- Kilcullen's Seaweed Baths
- Strandhill Golf Club
- Quayside Shopping Centre
- Waterpoint
- Hawks Well Theatre
- Lough Gill
- Celtic Seaweed Baths
- Sligo Riding Centre
- Tobernalt Holy Well
- Rose of Innisfree
- Arigna Mining Experience
- Lough Talt
- Sligo Cathedral
- Lissadell House
- Split Rock
- Sligo Folk Park
- Woodville Farm
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