Galway City known as the City of the Tribes is a lively city full of atmosphere and provides a unique  experience for the visitor.   A day exploring the city,  walking the cobble streets and laneways is not to be forgotten.   The oldest part of Galway  is  world famous for its "Claddagh Rings'.  the symbol of love.

Galway - a vibrant University City renowned for its Festivals  music, and Theatre & Archeological sites.  Golf courses,  Rivers,  lakes and the Aran  Islands combine to make this county a magical place.   Connemara dominated by the twelve pins is an adventure waiting to explore.

        Quay St.                           Galway Crystal                  Royal Tara                       City Centre              Leisureland complex

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 Mingling with the antiquity, is a thriving business community, with a University, Business Colleges, and Industrial complexes.   The heart of Galway is a small area, with closely knit streets, with all kinds of shops.   It is a good centre for art, books, craft, crystal, china and pottery, every type of handcraft and handknitting.

Two large shopping centres are just outside the city, with all major stores and supermarkets.   Even Christopher Columbus called into St. Nicholas's Church, before making his momentous journey to America.     This historical  church was founded in 1320, contains many records of famous Galwegians.   It is worth a visit.