Connemara National Park is located in the far north west of County Galway. Established in 1980, it is noted for its bird life and its megalithic tombs, dating back some 4,000 years.
2. Glendalough
Answer: Wicklow
Glendalough is situated in the Wicklow Mountains in the county of the same name. A glacial valley, it is an important ancient monastic site, originally established by St Kevin in the 6th century. Among the many attractions in the area are the Priest's House and the Round Tower.
3. Blarney Stone
Answer: Cork
Blarney Castle is located a few miles northwest of Cork city. The Blarney Stone is a limestone block built into the castle's battlements, with legend stating that if you kiss it you will be blessed with the "gift of the gab".
4. Book of Kells
Answer: Dublin
The Book of Kells is an illuminated manuscript book dating back to around 800 AD. Located in the library of Trinity College in Dublin, it is written in Latin and contains the four gospels of the New Testament amongst other religious fragments.
5. Dingle Peninsula
Answer: Kerry
The Dingle Peninsula lies in western Kerry in the far south west of Ireland. Named after the town of Dingle, the area is a stronghold of the Irish language and contains some of Ireland's most dramatic scenery.
6. Viking Triangle
Answer: Waterford
The Viking Triangle is situated in the centre of the city of Waterford. The Vikings took the city in 914 AD and were eventually driven out by the Normans in 1167. There are a number of Viking-related tourist attractions in the city, including three museums collectively known as the Waterford Treasures.
7. Newgrange
Answer: Meath
Newgrange is a prehistoric burial site dating back some 5,000 years. Located around five miles west of Drogheda in County Meath, it consists of a huge mound, inside which is a passage leading to three burial chambers.
8. Glenveagh National Park
Answer: Donegal
Glenveagh National Park is located in western Donegal in the north west of Ireland, a few miles north west of Letterkenny. It lies in the grounds of Glenveagh Castle and is noted for its informal gardens and herds of red deer.
9. Cliffs of Moher
Answer: Clare
The Cliffs of Moher are located on the Atlantic coast of County Clare, and are part of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher Geopark. The cliffs rise to a height of around 700 feet, and, apart from the amazing views they provide, are home to over 20 species of seabird.
10. Rock of Cashel
Answer: Tipperary
The Rock of Cashel is a name given to a number of medieval buildings on a rocky outcrop in County Tipperary. They include a Gothic cathedral, a Romanesque chapel and a round tower.
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