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Which of the following places is not in County Mayo?

Tuam. Tuam is not in Mayo. It is in Mayo's neighbouring county, Galway.

What province is Mayo in?

Connacht. Mayo is in Connacht along with Galway, Roscommon, Leitrim and Sligo.

When entering the county of Mayo, which major road do you use?

N17. The N17 is the major road that most people will use when entering County Mayo. The road goes all the way from Galway to Sligo bypassing places such as Claremorris.

Whom did Mayo play in the all Ireland final in 2004 and again 2006 at Croke Park?

Kerry. Mayo played Kerry. Unfortunately Mayo lost on both occasions and did not manage to win the Sam Maguire trophy. But for all those who went a great day out was had by all.

Each county in Ireland have colours associated with them. What are the two colours associated with Mayo.

Green and red. The saw doctors once sung about the green and red of mayo. Blue and Yellow you will find in County Roscommon, Blue in Dublin and Yellow and Green is that of County Kerry.

In Mayo it is believed the virgin Mary appeared in Mayo, where is this shrine?

Knock. Knock is the place that Catholics believe the Virgin Mary appeared. Each year pilgrims will visit to see the shrine and reflect.

What is the name of the mountain that overlooks Clew Bay in Westport?

Croagh Patrick. Crough Patrick overlooks Clew Bay. The mountain adds to the beautiful landscape of Westport. Pilgrims will climb crough Patrick usually in July. It is known as Reek Sunday.

What's the name of the island that is located off the coast of Mayo?

Achill. Achill island is the largest island located off Ireland. Skye and Arun can be found located off the west coast of Scotland.

An airport has opened recently and is called the "Ireland West Airport". Where is it?

Charlestown. The airport is in Charlestown Knock and is linked with numerous cities across the UK. Getting to Mayo has never been easier.

What is the name of the film that was set in Cong?

The Quiet Man. "The Quiet Man" was filmed in Cong and was a film that starred John Wayne. Cong is seen as a tourist location as people want to see where the film was set. "Ballykissangel" was a TV programme that starred Stephen Tomlinson.