The Cliffs Of Moher - Great Sight In Irelands
The Cliffs of Moher are Ireland’s most visited natural attraction with a magical vista that captures the hearts of up to one million visitors every year.Standing 214m (702 feet) at their highest point they stretch for 8 kilometres (5 miles) along the Atlantic coast of County Clare in the west of Ireland. From the Cliffs of Moher on a clear day one can see the Aran Islands and Galway Bay, as well as the Twelve Pins and the Maum Turk mountains in Connemara, Loop Head to the south and the Dingle Peninsula and Blasket Islands in Kerry. O’Brien’s Tower stands near the highest point and has served as a viewing point for visitors for hundreds of years.
The Cliffs is a Special Protected Area under the EU birds Directive 1979 and is home to Ireland's largest mainland seabird nesting colony. The historic O'Brien's Tower (1825) stands near the highest point of the Cliffs of Moher and boasts views of 5 counties on a clear day. Opened in 2007, the eco-friendly visitor centre operates using environmental best practices with a state of the art Cliffs exhibition.
The south of the cliffs is Hag's Head and the cliffs reach their highest point just north of O' Brien's Tower. The Tower was built by Cornelius O' Brien, a descendant of Brian Boru, to impress female visitors. The seastack, Breanan Mór, stands over 70 metres above the foaming waves. You are advised to dress warmly when visiting the cliffs because of the cool Atlantic winds blowing in off the ocean.
Nevertheless, a walk along the cliffs is not to be missed. Be very careful as there are no safety barriers and sections of the cliff sometimes give way. Those with a head for heights can easily walk to the edge of the cliff and view the Atlantic Ocean below. There is a tourist centre and a small shop, whichcliff2.jpg sells souvenirs. The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland's most visited attractions and when you've been there, you'll know why.
The Cliffs of Moher in north Clare are the highest cliffs in Europe. The public viewing point for these natural shale cliffs can be accessed southbound along the R478 from Doolin. Facilities at the Cliffs include car park, visitors centre and craft shop. Also at the top of the cliffs viewing points is OBriens tower. The Cliffs are one of Irelands top tourist attractions. They stand day after day against the might and force of the Atlantic Ocean.
The Cliffs of Moher should really be a five-star-attraction you walk along a softly winding lane and suddenly the Atlantic Ocean lies before you. Or rather beneath you, a vertical drop of around 700 feet making the difference. It is simply stunning. And a challenge to those not suffering from vertigo. How near to the drop dare you go.
One reason why visitors tend to shun the Cliffs of Moher is the price to pay - which you do not really have to pay. The legal situation is complicated, but works in favour of the tourist place. Here is the deal: the impression created by the tourism machinery is that you have to pay to see the Cliffs of Moher or to access the area. This is simply a fabrication - the entrance fee is charged for the use of the car park and the "Atlantic Edge" exhibition.
The Cliffs is a Special Protected Area under the EU birds Directive 1979 and is home to Ireland's largest mainland seabird nesting colony. The historic O'Brien's Tower (1825) stands near the highest point of the Cliffs of Moher and boasts views of 5 counties on a clear day. Opened in 2007, the eco-friendly visitor centre operates using environmental best practices with a state of the art Cliffs exhibition.
The south of the cliffs is Hag's Head and the cliffs reach their highest point just north of O' Brien's Tower. The Tower was built by Cornelius O' Brien, a descendant of Brian Boru, to impress female visitors. The seastack, Breanan Mór, stands over 70 metres above the foaming waves. You are advised to dress warmly when visiting the cliffs because of the cool Atlantic winds blowing in off the ocean.
Nevertheless, a walk along the cliffs is not to be missed. Be very careful as there are no safety barriers and sections of the cliff sometimes give way. Those with a head for heights can easily walk to the edge of the cliff and view the Atlantic Ocean below. There is a tourist centre and a small shop, whichcliff2.jpg sells souvenirs. The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland's most visited attractions and when you've been there, you'll know why.
The Cliffs of Moher in north Clare are the highest cliffs in Europe. The public viewing point for these natural shale cliffs can be accessed southbound along the R478 from Doolin. Facilities at the Cliffs include car park, visitors centre and craft shop. Also at the top of the cliffs viewing points is OBriens tower. The Cliffs are one of Irelands top tourist attractions. They stand day after day against the might and force of the Atlantic Ocean.
The Cliffs of Moher should really be a five-star-attraction you walk along a softly winding lane and suddenly the Atlantic Ocean lies before you. Or rather beneath you, a vertical drop of around 700 feet making the difference. It is simply stunning. And a challenge to those not suffering from vertigo. How near to the drop dare you go.
One reason why visitors tend to shun the Cliffs of Moher is the price to pay - which you do not really have to pay. The legal situation is complicated, but works in favour of the tourist place. Here is the deal: the impression created by the tourism machinery is that you have to pay to see the Cliffs of Moher or to access the area. This is simply a fabrication - the entrance fee is charged for the use of the car park and the "Atlantic Edge" exhibition.
