Malin Head, often referred to as "The
Jewel of the North" where Banba's Crown, Ireland's most northerly point
is situated, has many unique features to offer.The old Marconi and
Lloyd's signal tower with views west to Tory Island and eastward towards
the Scottish islands of Jura and Islay. A glacial rarity of a Raised
Beach, totally unique in Europe, containing a wide array of
semi-precious stones such as Jasper, Opal, Agate and Chalcedony. A rich
variety of flora and fauna encouraged by the year-round temperate
climate IE, June 21st almost 19 ½ hours daylight.A birdwatchers paradise
with birds and geese stopping over from as far afield as the Artic
circle to the north and Tristan Da Cunha in the south Atlantic. Many
first-sightings in Ireland have been observed here.The area is
surrounded by a sea rich in fish life such as Pollack, Cooley, Wrasse,
Whiting, Cod, Conger, Tope, Gurnard and much, much more.This advert has
been sponsored by
The Malin Head Community Association Ltd
Tel & Fax: (074) 9370321
E-mail: malinheadca@eircom.net
Web site:
www.malinhead.ie |
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