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I like to visit the Aran Islands, when I'm near the west coast of Ireland. The three islands are Inishmore, Inishmaan and Inisheer. Inishmore is the largest and most popular for tourists. Inisheer Inishmaan and are less developed and also fun to explore.

I took day trips to Inishmore and Inisheer. I hope to return soon to spend a night in a bed and breakfast or guest house of choice.

A ferry will take you to the Aran Islands from the West Pier in Galway in Rossaveal or from the pier in Doolin. Regular bus tours will take you to Galway Rossaveal. You can even fly to the islands of Connemara airport to the west of Galway in Inverin.

You go back in time when you take a trip to one of the rugged, picturesque Aran Islands. You can rent a bike, walk or rent a buggy pulled by horses to get around the islands. Most people speak Gaelic. They are generally happy to have a lively conversation in English, too.

You can enjoy the historic sites and beautiful views as you explore the islands at your leisure. Inishmore is the largest island eight miles and miles by two and a half more than fifty historic buildings. As you walk or ride the length of the island, you get to Dun Aengus, a fort dating from 1500 BC, which is located on the edge of a cliff 300 feet. The fort is a series of circular stone walls. When you look at the cliff (with care) you can see the Atlantic waves below. It is a beautiful view and a wonderful experience.

When you're on your way or Dun Aengus, you will pass by shops and information booths. You may also be treated to music by accordionist residing on the path to the fort. You can buy a sweater hand-knitted Aran to help cool weather of the coast.

If you visit Inishmore in summer, you may be able to see a concert of traditional Irish music and dance group called Ragus. They play in Kilronan, the port town of the island. Stay long enough to enjoy a meal at local restaurants, such as the Pier House Restaurant, and enjoy live music in the late evening in a pub.

I visited the second largest island of Inishmaan, with my young children on a day by ferry from Doolin. Except for the high waves at the origin of the extremist movement rocking of the ferry, we had a great day.

When we got off the ferry Inishmaan, we saw some local teenagers leaping from the pier into the freezing waters below for a refreshing swim. You know instantly who the people of the country when it comes to swimming in Ireland.

As we made our way off the pier, we felt the effects of the ferry rocking. A kind gentleman suggested that we take a buggy ride with him to take the air and begin to feel better. We hired him for a visit and he was right! We felt back to normal shortly. We then walked around the ruins, took photographs and a snack at the local pub before taking the (much smoother ferry) back to Doolin.

Add a trip to one of the Aran Islands on your itinerary in Ireland. You will not be disappointed!