Aran Island

Rollercoaster Adventure

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September 11th 2008
NOW the Aran Islands….. these are the Island’s just off the south west coast of Ireland. They really well known for their wool sweaters, blankets, hats, and well anything made out of wool. I had intended on purchasing a blanket or sweater or hat or sock even, but again, economics people… economics. We had to take another ferry, but this time the waters were super rough. Almost everybody was ... read more

Europe » Ireland » County Galway » Aran Islands

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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