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Federico Bona

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"Mizen Head is a famous point 2 hours driving from Cobh, on the south west of the island. It's traditionally regarded as the most southerly point of mainland Ireland although Brow Head is the actual southernmost point. Mizen Head is one of the extreme points of the island of Ireland and is a major tourist attraction, noted for its dramatic cliff scenery. One of the main transatlantic shipping routes passes close by to the south, and Mizen Head was, for many seafarers, the first (or last) sight of Europe. The tip of the peninsula is almost an island, cut off by a deep chasm, now spanned by a bridge; this gives access to an old signal station, a weather station, and a lighthouse. The signal station, once permanently staffed, is now a museum housing displays relating to the site's strategic significance for transatlantic shipping and communications, including the pioneering efforts of Guglielmo Marconi. The "99 steps" which formed part of the original access route have been supplemented by a series of paths and viewing platforms, and a full range of visitor facilities is available at the entrance to the site."

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Federico Bona

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Ireland: south west road trip

A road trip of the south west of Ireland

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Irelands Wild Atlantic Way - Ultimate Travel Guide

The West coast of Ireland is widely accepted as being one of the most beautiful, wild and untouched stretches of coastline in the world. Irelands Wild Atlantic Way marked roadway stretches from the South-western most point of Mizen Head to the wild Malin Head on the most North-western corner. This well marked route takes you through some of Irelands most spectacular and, indeed, wild countryside as well as many of our culturally rich towns and villages. With ample photography opportunities, hiking trails, walks and eateries serving traditional Irish food, the Wild Atlantic way provides an exciting and varied road trip as well as a wide range of stunning destinations for your stay. In this comprehensive guide, I will take you through all you need to know for the ultimate Wild Atlantic Way road trip. What you get; - 100+ pins of places to visit, explore, swim, eat, walk, stay and more. - Links to Irish websites with further information with every pin. - First hand advice and observations for each location from a native Irish person. - Tips and tricks section to enhance your Irish travels. - Packing suggestions section for advice on what to bring to tackle Irish weather, wildlife and lifestyle. - Photographs taken by me depicting the locations. - Constantly updated guide with new locations added as I discover them!

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Corran Beg, Mizen Head, Co. Cork, Ireland

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