THIS MORNING, LONELY Planet released its top 500 destinations that are a must-see for tourists around the world.
And Ireland got six spots on the esteemed list. Yaye.
So, in descending order of popularity, these are the very best we have:
1. The Giant’s Causeway, Antrim
Coming in at 103rd best place on the list, the Northern Irish destination is the highest placed location from home on the list.
Sure look at it there. Maybe next year it will break the top 100.
2. Bru na Bóinne, Meath
The historical home to Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth came in at a respectable 224 on the list.
3. Cliffs of Moher, Clare
It’s almost surprising to see the iconic cliffs languishing down in the spot of 378, such is their world-renowned beauty. Still, they made it, and the west coast will probably see a load more tourists milling around the visitors centre because of it.
4. Titanic Belfast
The only Irish museum to make the list, Titanic Belfast was only opened in 2012, so it’s been a meteoric rise in fortunes.
5. Trinity College Dublin
At number 468 on the list, the College has plenty to offer a potential tourist. Not just The Book of Kells, its Georgian buildings and fine academic tradition – it also has the fanciest and best student bar in the whole land in the Pav. Worthy of inclusion for that alone.
6. The Rock of Cashel, Tipperary
Just scraping into the list at 497 is the historic Tipperary site in Cashel.
We’re proud of you all. Representing us so well on the international stage like this.
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