As the poet WB Yeats said: “The place that has really influenced my life the most is Sligo.”
The remains of WB Yeats rested below the beautiful Benbulben Mountain in Sligo, where he got the inspiration for his poetry. Benbulben Mountain, 5 miles from Sligo city, and other scenery in Sligo are to love.
Sligo is located in the western part of Ireland in the province of Connacht, a picturesque county. Considered one of the largest urban areas in the county, Sligo has much to offer the serious and casual visitor. If you ever want to spend your holiday exploring the old and the new, Sligo will satisfy your spirit.
For the water-loving traveler, you will love Sligo as it is truly blessed with serene lakes and wonderful beaches on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. Due to its connection to the great ocean, more marine species are seen on the beaches which attract more tourists. These areas are also very popular for surfing.
At Strandhill, just 7km from Sligo town, there is a small airport that receives flights from Dublin and Manchester, while Knock West Ireland Airport, just over the County Mayo border, caters for flights international.
When you arrive from Sligo Airport, be sure to look for different means of transport outside the airfield, including local buses and the train.
City buses provided by Bus Eireann which has two route stations: City Center and Western City service, operates in County Sligo. Bus destinations are Donegal, Derry, Dublin, Limerick and Galway.
The train, on the other hand, costs between EUR 25.50 and EUR 35 for a single ticket. Eight trains run daily from Dublin station to Sligo.
The eerie Carrowkeel Passage graveyard is located on the side of Bricklieve Mountain, 20 miles south of the city in Sligo, it is a collection of ancient graves that are not so easy to visit, but in the name of exploring the scenery and the past, it is a nice place to visit.
The tomb is older than the Egyptian pyramids, so visiting the area would be like going back in time.
Majestic Island of Coney is for those travelers who enjoy beaches and islands. Some tourists find it difficult to leave the beach because it is wonderful there.
However, you can only do that kind of adventure when the tide is out because a lot of accidents happen because of that.
Every year many travelers and even locals get stuck in the sand due to the instability of the tides. It is advisable to consult with the locals who have greater knowledge of the changes in the sea about the times of the tides.
Sligo town has plenty of bars, restaurants and accommodation for the weary traveller. Adventure, relaxation and having a good time is what County Sligo brings to all the tourists and even the locals of the town. Be one of those happy people and explore the hidden world in Sligo, Ireland.