Ocean, along a spectacular seaboard from the prehistoric Céide
Fields to Gaoth Sáile (Geesala) and inland to the great expanse of
Erris before turning southwards to Oileán Acla (Achill Island), this is
the magnificent Mayo Gaeltacht. Inland, on the shores of Lough Mask
and nestling under the Partry Mountains in the south of the county is
the lovely Gaeltacht village of Tuar Mhic Éadaigh (Tourmakeady).
and seascapes together with a unique cultural heritage. Here, the
Irish Language (Gaeilge) is the spoken language of a people who
have experienced much since the first farmers settled in Beldeirg
before the pyramids were built! People here switch from Irish to
English and vice versa with ease.
North, the Barony of Erris is one of Europe's least inhabited areas
and lies in a pristine environment that is maintained and nurtured
with care. Amongst its many special features are cliffs, seastacks,
machair, mountains, bogland, beaches and many other secrets that
await discovery. As one moves south, Ireland's largest island comes
into view. Linked by bridge to the mainland, Achill Island still retains
that unique sense of self-sustainability. Achill is famous for it's
music, its scenery, its beaches and its warm and friendly hospitality.