The Giant’s Causeway

A volcanic eruption starting 60 million years ago led to the formation of the Giant’s Causeway, one of the most stunning coastline landscapes in the world. Around 40,000 basalt columns stretch from the cliff foot and disappear under the sea, creating a unique geographical phenomenon.

The locals have their own story about the formation of this region located on the northeast coast of Northern Ireland. The legend tells that the Giant’s Causeway was the stomping ground of giant Finn McCool, who lifted clumps of earth from the shore and threw them to the sea in order to make a pathway to fight against a Scottish giant.

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Bog of Allen

This raised bog area of 370 square miles represents 50% of all Europe’s peatlands and is considered a part of Irish natural heritage. Peatlands are made up of dead plant material and are home to a wide variety of fauna and flora. These areas also present excellent preservation conditions.

The peatlands of the Bog of Allen contain a valuable archaeological record. Many kinds of artefact, such as wooden structures and objects dating from the prehistoric and medieval periods, have been found in the region.

The area is just an hour drive from the Irish capital. The best option to arrive to the Bog of Allen is to take one of the cheap flights to Dublin offered by low cost airlines such as Aer Lingus and hire a car once you get there.