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The Burren

Bounded by the Atlantic and Galway Bay, Northwest County Clare

Featured Review : Measuring roughly 150 square miles, The Burren is a relatively small region of western Ireland that at first appearance looks to be uninhabitable by any living thing. The fact is, this is one of the richest areas in the...See Full Review

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Remarkable Archeological and Geological Site

  • 4 out of 5 stars by MilwVon from Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • May 14, 2012
Remarkable Archeological and Geological Site
Quote: Measuring roughly 150 square miles, The Burren is a relatively small region of western Ireland that at first appearance looks to be uninhabitable by any living thing. The fact is, this is one of the richest areas in the country for flora and fauna... Read the full The Burren review

From journal Day Trip To County Clare

The Burren

  • 4 out of 5 stars by bledpub from Waco, Kentucky
  • December 24, 2007
The Burren
Quote: It's a very interesting place. No trees, just miles and miles of limestone. Great for a walk. Take along a flora and fauna guide. They have stuff growing out of rocks that we pay a lot of money for in the United States. There are also various... Read the full The Burren review

From journal Doolin-Small but Packs a Punch

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The Moon-Like Surface of the Burren!

  • 4 out of 5 stars by ladyanne47 from Stamford, New York
  • April 20, 2006
The Moon-Like Surface of the Burren!
Quote: The Burren is a section of County Clare that makes up a good quarter of its landscape. What makes it so outstanding is that it is covered mostly with rock that is laid with deep crevices of some soil in between. This small amount of soil allows some... Read the full The Burren review

From journal County Clare, the Heart of Ireland!

The Burren Centre

  • 4 out of 5 stars by atherts from Portland, Oregon
  • November 29, 2005
The Burren Centre
Quote: Discover the Burren Region in "A Walk Through Time" at the new Burren Centre. The visitor centre lies at the heart of the historic village of Kilfenora. View an audio/visual film, a small gift and craft shop and have a spot of tea in the tea room.... Read the full The Burren review

From journal Co. Clare

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The Burren

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Esigodini from London, United Kingdom
  • December 7, 2004
The Burren
Quote: The Burren is a wonderful array of boulders and crazy paving. The sea crashing against the rocks below, the cliffs, and the solitude of the place made for an interesting and refreshing visit. It is not as spectacular as the nearby Cliffs of Moher,... Read the full The Burren review

From journal County Clare–superb scenery and cozy pubs

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The Burren - Among the Stones

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Carmen from Cary, North Carolina
  • October 26, 2002
The Burren - Among the Stones
Quote: The Burren, in northwestern County Clare means "rocky place" in Gaelic -- and that's exactly the best way to describe it. There are limestone rocks as far as you can see, ending only where the land stops and the Atlantic starts. I was told the... Read the full The Burren review

From journal Scenic County Clare , Ireland

Burren Coastline Drive

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Leesa from Brighton, United Kingdom
  • November 28, 2001
Burren Coastline Drive
Quote: To witness the barren coastal scenery of the Burren take the road south from Galway to Ballyvaughan, then follow the coast round to Doolin before heading in to Lisdoonvarna, and onto to Lahinch. There are plenty of places to stop along this route... Read the full The Burren review

From journal The Burren

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the Burren

  • 4 out of 5 stars by g3 from Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • March 3, 2001
the Burren
Quote: Ireland is called the "Emerald Isle" and the many shades of green that prevail in most parts of the country make it clear that the nickname is accurate. The Burren does not lend its support to this description, but it is one of the most unique... Read the full The Burren review

From journal expectations exceeded

The Burrens

  • 2 out of 5 stars by lisamcgu from Orange County, California
  • January 7, 2001
The Burrens
Quote: You hear alot about the burrens, how strange and mystical the place is. What people should tell you is how you are supposed to know when you are there. You see, the burrens is the name used to describe these mountains in Ireland that are made of... Read the full The Burren review

From journal County Clare, Ireland

The burren

  • 4 out of 5 stars by willgo from Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • September 28, 2000
Quote: The Burren is a large area of limestone outcropping like one imagines the moon to be. Even in March there were wildflowers growing and many hiking areas to the dolmens. It was meant to be a great photo opportunity everywhere!

From journal Family gathers in Galway