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Innis Mor, The Aran Islands <\/p>\n
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Irelands many islands remain as popular as ever for tourists. The unspoilt beautiful islands are dotted around the countrys coast from Mizen to Malin Head. Heres the best of what to see if you decide to go offshore on your trip to the Emerald Isle. The South <\/p>\n
Cape Clear Island <\/p>\n
Cape Clear Island, located just off the beautiful South-West coast of Ireland, is one of the 15 Gaeltacht islands where Irish remains the main spoken language of the local population. Ferries are available from coastal towns Schull and Baltimore. <\/p>\n
The Cape Clear Island International Storytelling Festival takes place on the island the first Friday each September, and an annual Walking Talking Festival began in 2010. <\/p>\n
Most islanders eke out a modest living engaging in traditional methods of farming. Like many Irish islands, the island has a deep-rooted connection with Irish literature. An extensive programs of tours and guided lectures takes place there during the summer. Sherkin Island <\/p>\n
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