INISHMAAN (2,252 acres) is a wild mythical place of distinctive beauty.  Here you will experience the natural, cultural, traditional way of life of the islanders.  This botanical paradise has over 300 flowering plants from places a far as The Artic and The Medditeranean region.

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Among the plants to be found on the island are Orchids, Honeysuckle, and the Irish Saxifrage.  A wild variety of nesting birds and natural ecosystems are also to be found.

Places to Visit

• Dun Conchubhuir

Named after Conchur, the brother of Aonghas, this magnificent oval stone fort contains a number of hut formations.

• Leaba Dhiarmid is Grainne

Collapsed Neolithic wedge tomb named after the tragic lovers from Irish mythology.

• Dun Fearbhai

This stone fort dates back to the first century with a excellent views to the north of the island.

• Seipeal Eoin agus Naomh Mhuire gan Smal

Church erected in 1939 with beautiful stained glass windows by Harry Clarke.

• Teampall na Seacht Mac Ri

Early Christian church;  formerly a place of pilgrimage.

Link for accommadation on Inishmaan:Where to stay on Inishmaan