Burtonport

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July 9th 2011
Today we went on the ferry to Burtonport, hitched into Dungloe and got a cab back to Burtonport before returning on the ferry. We needed to get some lube oil for the engine and that was the main reason for going to the mainland. The ferry trip is a delight. Its a narrow channel and both sides are lined with what appears to be sandstone with a pink tinge. There are numerous tiny perfect beaches lin ... read more

Europe » Ireland » County Donegal » Donegal

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Celtic tribes arrived on the island between 600-150 B.C. Invasions by Norsemen that began in the late 8th century were finally ended when King Brian BORU defeated the Danes in 1014. English invasions began in the 12th century and set off more than se... ... read more