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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 County Council is the local authority for the county.
Sligo (/ ˈslaɪɡoʊ / 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.
From the big wave surfing culture at Mullaghmore to the literary legacy of poet WB Yeats, County Sligo is packed with experiences that will inspire you! From gorgeous beaches to dramatic mountain landscapes, County Sligo is a slice of heaven.
Welcome to County Sligo. You’ll find County Sligo along the Wild Atlantic Way in northwestern Ireland. There’s heaps of things to do in Sligo, from the county’s many beaches and the Gleniff Horseshoe Drive to walks, hikes and plenty more.
Apr 8, 2024 · From some of the county’s most beautiful peaks and its gorgeous coastline to some lesser known hills and valleys, here are some great Sligo walks to head off on. 1. The Knocknarea Queen Maeve Trail
Your journey through this captivating county promises memories that will last a lifetime. Nestled on the rugged west coast of Ireland, County Sligo is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. With its stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant local communities, this enchanting...
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.
Scenic County Sligo. Trace the footsteps of one of Ireland’s literary legends with a trip to W. B. Yeats' home county, escaping to another world entirely. Sligo’s scenery is unrivalled, from remote islands to tranquil beaches.
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.
County Sligo (Contae Shligigh) is on the Irish coast in Northwest Ireland and Lakelands. With a population of 65,535 in 2016, the county is little developed beyond Sligo town, and with a haunting scenery of limestone scarps that often feature in the poetry of WB Yeats. Its main attractions are that scenery, and its many prehistoric monuments.
