Location: County Galway in Ireland
Nearest Ferry:
Kilronan - Rosaveal, conemara at 8
Kilometres
Car: not necessary
Stretching out of Galway Bay on the westerly fringe of Europe, The Aran Islands are a testament to the resilience of both the limestone landscape and its peoples through the ages.
Its barren rock formations, its cliffs and shores and its flora and Fauna all moulded by the Atlantic. It has ancient stone forts, churches and monasteries of historical significance. In the more recent centuries, it has provided inspiration to some famous writers and poets and artists. In the present day Gaelic is the first language used by islanders, and is a thriving community, with much to do and see for all.