County Donegal is located in Ireland’s Border Region. That means, it is geographically close to Northern Ireland. The county is known for being uniquely Irish in a number of aspects. They speak their own dialect, they have their own fiddle tradition, and their music has a very distinctive sound. Just listen to Enya to get a good idea.
Letterkenny is the largest and most important town in County Donegal. That makes it the typical tourist stop for those that are planning to explore this part of Ireland. Since not a lot of folks know about Letterkenny, here are five things that make that town worth traveling to.
Nightlife
Some may know of this town for its famous nightlife establishments like The Pulse, Club Voodoo, Milan, and The Grill. These establishments are the reason why a lot of hens choose to spend their hen do in this town.
The establishments mentioned above are known for playing host to a wide range of international artists. If it so happens that there are no shows during your stay, visitors can still expect to have a wonderful night on the town.
Festivals
For two consecutive years, this town hosted the Fleadh Cheoil which is an annual traditional Irish music festival. It also was home to the Pan Celtic Festival for two consecutive years. Lots of Celts from Cornwall, Isle of Man, Brittany, Wales, Ireland, and Scotland were came out just to be a part of the festival.
Attending a festivals in this town will truly make your trip unforgettable. Vist he town’s official website to see their schedule of events.
Glenveagh National Park
Glenveagh National Park is the second largest of its kind in the Emerald Isle. Those who can appreciate nature in all its beauty will definitely have a great time exploring this park with its 170 square kilometers of hillside.
Within this national park, visitors will get to see Glenveagh Castle, exotic plants, and wild animals. This park is the home of the largest herd of red deer in the country. What’s more, the formerly extinct golden eagle can be seen here.
Tropical World
Tropical World is a better alternative for families with kids that want an interesting and educational trip that isn’t as exhausting as visiting Glenveagh. Tropical World features a Butterfly House and a mini zoo.
Located at Alcorn’s Flower and Garden Centre, this place is made for the perfect field trip. Kids get to learn all about endangered species that are not native to Ireland as well as other animals housed in the mini zoo.
O’Donnell Park
O’Donnell Park is located between Ballymacool Park and Letterkenny Regional Sports and Leisure Complex. This park is the best place to watch live sporting events. For sports enthusiasts that wish to watch Gaelic games, this is the best place to do just that. The stadium has been hosting Gaelic games since the 1930’s.
On the other hand, those who would rather play Gaelic games or enjoy other sports activities, the Letterkenny Regional Sports and Leisure Complex is very nearby. Families or groups of friends can enjoy playing indoor soccer, badminton, basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, and swimming in this complex.
These are just five things that make Letterkenny a great travel destination. No matter what one is interested in, there’s surely something to do and see during one’s stay in this town. Solo travelers, groups of friends, families, and even stag and hen groups will easily find activities that everyone can enjoy. If you are travelling with your family or group of friends, a private charter at Jettly is not only the most convenient but also the most cost-effective solution.
Dean Gammell is an entrepreneur, author, and recognised authority on party planning. Dean works as the Event Coordinator for Stagit and Henit and has been organizing stag and hen parties since 2009. Connect with him through Google+.
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