Exploring County Clare

The last two days we have spent exploring the area by car and by foot. Yesterday started with a run for Chris, Mike, and myself. This was followed by a hearty breakfast cooked by Chris. We then headed to the Kilkee Cliffs. It's just as impressive but less busy than the Cliffs of Moher. From the cliffs, we had a good view of a sea stack called Bishops Island. The remains of a 6th century monastic settlement are just visible. Needless to say, there are a lot of tales to tell about this island's history. We headed south to Loop Head, stopping off to view the Bridges of Ross - the site of an ocean carved arch - 1 of the original 3 remaining. Quiet roads and stunning coastal cliffs. Much 9f today was spent exploring the burren. It is a unique limestone landscape with "pavements " that lie across the hills. It also contains a number of archeological sites. Again lots of history about the early settlers in this area and their traditions. It is also one of the few areas where you find alpine, artic, and mediterraen vegetation. It must be spectacular during the summer.Read more