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Sligo (/ ˈ s l aɪ ɡ oʊ / SLY-goh; Irish: Sligeach [ˈʃl̠ʲɪɟəx], meaning 'abounding in shells') is a coastal seaport and the county town of County Sligo, Ireland, within the western province of Connacht.
County Sligo (/ ˈ s l aɪ ɡ oʊ / SLY-goh, Irish: Contae Shligigh) is a county in Ireland. It is in the Northern and Western Region and is part of the province of Connacht . Sligo is the administrative capital and largest town in the county.
Sligo boasts a stunning, uninterrupted and wild coast, which attracts surfers and water sport enthusiasts year-round. The Ox Mountains, Benbulben and Knocknarea provide breath-taking, well-marked routes for walkers, and there are an abundance of scenic driving and cycling routes.
Apr 8, 2024 · What to do in Sligo if you fancy an active break. 1. The Knocknarea Queen Maeve Trail. 2. The Knocknashee Walk. 3. Union Wood. 4. The Benbulben Forest Walk. 5. The Gleniff Horseshoe Walk. 6. Mullaghmore Head Walk. 7. Hazelwood Forest. 8. Surfing. 9. The Sligo Way. Unique Sligo attractions. 1. The Glen.
Perched on the Wild Atlantic Way, with the coast to the west and lush lakelands to the east, Sligo town is the gateway to every Irish experience you could desire... If you feel like a trip back in time, visit historic Lissadell , elegant Coopershill or magnificent Temple House .
Sep 22, 2024 · Sligo, county in the province of Connaught, northwestern Ireland. It is bounded by Counties Leitrim (east), Roscommon (southeast), and Mayo (southwest); an arm of the Atlantic Ocean forms its other borders. The town of Sligo is the county seat. Nearly half of Sligo is rough pasture, predominantly.
Often known as Yeats Country for how much it inspired his poetry, Sligo is a slice of heaven along Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way – coastal villages like Rosses Point and Easkey are perfect spots to enjoy the characteristic hospitality of this region of Ireland, as well as acting as hubs for any visiting watersport enthusiasts.
