Archive for September, 2010

The Shannon Region comprises of the counties of Clare and Limerick and substantial parts of the midlands in Offaly and Tipperary. The River Shannon weaves a meandering course through the heart of the region.<

Canoe trips from Banagher give you the opportunity of exploring The River Shannon. Tipperary is the place to experience the thrills of Skydiving. Limerick offers you a chance to enjoy a nostalgic flying experience on board a full scale model of a Boeing B314, while the sea side resort of Lahinch invites you to ride the waves.

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park a great medieval castle, restored and furnished serves nightly banquets surrounded by a superb collection of reconstructed 19th century buildings. During the day visit many sights boasting Shannon’s heritage that include King John’s Castle, Craggaunowen, Knappogue Castle & Walled Garden, Dunguaire Castle, Lough Gur Stone Age Centre and Brian Boru Heritage Centre, Killaloe.

Bunratty Castle, Knappogue Castle, or Dunguaire Castle offer an enchanting evening of good food and entertainment with their Medieval Castle Banquets or if you prefer the traditional then enjoy the Traditional Irish Night at the Corn Barn at Bunratty Folk Park.

Ailwee and Doolin caves take you underground to admire the natural sculpture of stalactites in a silent world. Lough Gur and Craggaunowen welcome visitors to beautiful lakeside settings and replicas reveal how the people of Ireland lived in the distant past, the locations include a craft centre and live demonstrations of ancient ways.

The magnificent Cliffs of Moher offer a monumental and awesome experience with breathtaking views over the Atlantic Ocean, while the sheltered waters of the Shannon Estuary are home to a community of about 100 Bottlenose Dolphin.

Car hire options in Shannon include Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Thrifty, Budget, Dooley and 353 car rentals.

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