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Surrounded by hills on three sides, the harbor town of Dingle is one of the world's natural beauty spots. It’s a lively and attractive place with a picturesque harbor, brightly painted buildings and lots of pubs with live music.
Dingle in the Irish language is "Daingean Uí Chúis". "Daingean" means fortress; "Uí Chúis" is generally accepted as translating to Hussey (as in the Fortress of Hussey, the Husseys being a Flemish family that came to the area in the 13th Century).
About 1,200 people live in Dingle, but it serves the larger population of the surrounding countryside, and in the summer months it caters for many visitors.
DIngle is renowned for its restaurants, most of which offer excellent local seafood. Also, Dingle has some good shopping. There is a craft village, the Ceardlann na Coille located on the road leading west from the pier towards Milltown. There are several art galleries in the town as well, featuring the works of local artists.
The town’s most famous attraction is a dolphin named Fungie.
Updated Jun 30, 2005
Address: Dingle Penisula, County Kerry
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This stone building is about 1300 years old. It is a perfect specimen of dry rubble masonry ans is situated at the south eastern corner of Smerwick Harbour on the Dingle Peninsula. The oratory was built ba early christians who loved their trade. Life was much simpler then, and men understood God and his ways much better than they do now.
Written Jun 5, 2005
Address: Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
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If you are planning a trip to Ireland, I would recommend flying into Shannon Airport in Co. Clare, and to start exploring the Southwest and West Coast.
Dingle Peninsula is a must...DO NOT MISS IT...you will find a treasure trove of Irish Life here.
Slea Head Drive is one of the best in Ireland. The scenery, the ancient ruins, the history of the Blasket Island off the coast from Dunquinn, the Gealic language and traditional music is one of the most pronounced.
Stay in Dingle Town, and you will not want to leave. The Pubs and Restaurants are Grand!!!
Written Jun 1, 2005
Address: Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
Website: www.dingle-peninsula.ie
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Leaving the ring of Kerry and driving towards Doolin and Cliffs of Moher take the road that ride along the coast and visit the Dingle Paeninsula.
It's an amazing landscape where rough sea fall on the dark rocks surmounted by emerald greens.
Passing through Dingle Town have a rest and get a beer in a pub (I suggest Murphy's in the harbour) or a cake in one of the many pastry shops.
Written Jan 21, 2005
Address: Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
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We spent four days in Dingle. Well worth the time. We drove the Dingle Peninsula twice- once in the rain and once in the "breaking sunshine".
Take your time in these small towns. You never know the gems you will find. On one rainy afternoon I happened to be in a "record store" in Dingle and Nigel Kennedy and a few of his buddies started a jam session that lasted for about two hours. Yes...THE Nigel Kennedy.
Written Jan 1, 2005
Address: Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
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The Dingle Peninsula is my personal favourite compared to the Ring Of Kerry. Although its not off the beaten track as such, it more on it than the Ring!
Driving this route, you will be astounded at the views, on one side there will be mountains and on the other the ocean. You will pass through beautiful villages and towns.
Be sure to visit the famous Beehive huts that you will see along this route.
Updated Oct 31, 2004
Address: Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
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Dingle Town is the principal town on the Dingle Peninsula, the streets are fairly narrow with colourful houses and businesses aligning them.
The harbour here is a focal point, and a lot of visitors take the boat trip out to try and spot Funghi the dolphin that regularly swims off of Dingles shore.
The town caters for all your refreshement needs and has a few shops too.
Updated Oct 31, 2004
Address: Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
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fungi the dingle dolphine is there for a longtime and happy out. there are plenty boats going out to see him. they have wetsuits so you can swim with fungi .it is a great experience you will never forget.
Written Mar 5, 2004
Address: dingle pier
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I think my favourite place on my trip had to be the Dingle Peninsula and the colourful little town of Dingle itself. We visited on a gorgeous sunny day and were able to make the most of the scenery and beautiful sandy beaches this area has in abundance. See my Dingle page for more pics and info
Updated Dec 10, 2003
Address: Dingle, Co Kerry
Awesome little place. Go to a bar, order a Guiness and Irish stew and take in the traditional music. Dingle feels like the real Ireland, and is well worth a visit. Stroll the local countryside, and discover ruined churches and lush green expanses.
Written Dec 2, 2003
Address: Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
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