Aran Islands
Galway, Ireland
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- Area
- 17.76 mi²
- Type
- Group of islands in the Republic of Ireland
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What is Aran Island famous for?
The most famous of the Aran Islands' historical sites, spectacular Dún Aonghasa is an ancient stone fort that sits on a towering 100-metre cliff on the edge of Inis Mór. Visions of ancient druids and mythical High Kings come to mind as you explore the rocky landscape and mysterious ruins.
Do they speak English on the Aran Islands?
The islands are still part of the Gaeltacht, where locals speak the Irish Gaelic language among themselves — but they happily speak English for their visitors.
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