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Slieve Bloom
A large unspoiled mountaineous
region to the
south-east of Clara. This is an area of
forests, streams, and magnificant views of
the sorrounding landscape.
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Clonmacnoise
An ancient Christian monastic site dating from
the sixth century, Clonmacnoise was a place
of
saints and scholars, and was held in high esteem
by the high kings of Ireland.
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Birr Castle
One of the finest castles in Ireland and
home to the world famous Birr Telescope.
Birr castle and its sorrounding estate covers
overs one hundred acres, and includes
extensive
gardens, forest walks and picnic areas,
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Esker Hills Golf Course
One of the premier golf courses in the
midlands,
Esker boasts the honour of being designed by
no
less a golfer than Christy O Connor Jnr. Esker
is
a place that rewards good play and punishes
the wayward golfer.
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