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The West of Ireland, especially Galway City, is seen as the cultural hub of Ireland. People say this is due to the more artistic courses offered by Galway's colleges, or people looking to head out West for a slower pace of living, or a mixture of both. As a result, you'll find endless art galleries, artisan coffee shops and cultural nights as you stroll along the city's cobbled streets.
While the West of Ireland may be a great to find the inspiration for your latest novel or to enjoy the peace needed for finally reading that book you bought... three years ago!— literary points of interest are few and far between in the region. Your best bet is to head for the larger towns of the West, find a library and then head back to the peace and quiet.
It's of little wonder, considering the tendency of Irish people of a more artistic mindset to flock to the West, that there is now a huge supply of art galleries in the region. Local artists selling their wares, artists that have stopped by for the summer and exhibitions by touring artists, have turned the West into a Mecca for people trading in art or simply 'having a look'.
The best way to find out about live music in the West of Ireland is to chat with somebody in the local pub. It is not exactly a region known for attaching international stars. There are townhall type music venues in many of the larger towns but these are more for stage plays and community events than for anything else.
As a local Irish company, we at My Ireland Tour are passionate about our country and our local community. We're thrilled that you're interested in visiting the place we call home. That's why we put together this definitive travel guide for anyone who wants to come to Ireland and discover this amazing place for themselves.
This is a completely free resource covering everything from top tourist attractions to the nearest yoga centre. We hope it helps!
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