Today, we headed for the Cliffs of Moher, south of Galway. It was a 3 1/2 hour drive to get there and even longer coming back since we took a "scenic" route. The weather was fair so we were in for a good day of sightseeing.
The Cliffs of Moher are spectacular. They rise over 700 feet over the sea. There is a fence warning people to not go past due to the danger of falling off the cliffs. Dozens of people ignored the warning and hiked up to the top of the cliffs. Fortunately, we didn't see anyone fall but we did see people getting perilously close to the edge. Each year, about 10 people fall to their deaths off the cliffs. We heeded the sign and played it safe.
We were able to see the cliffs from a number of vantage points. If we ever visit again, I would be tempted to take one of the boat rides to view the cliffs from the water. There is an interesting visitors' center built into a hill. They have excellent exhibits and photos of the cliffs. They also have an audiovisual presentation of the cliffs from the perspective of a bird that nests on the cliffs. It was well done.
After a good long stay at the cliffs, we continued our road trip by driving through the Burrens, an area with much historical and botanical significance.
We ate at an excellent restaurant in Athlone, the Olive Grove, which was named the most popular restaurant in West Meath (County). The food was delicious and we enjoyed the view of the River Shannon from our table in the restaurant.
I was the driver, and after a long day, I was pretty tired when we pulled in at about 11 p.m. I was ready for some much needed rest before we embarked on Road Trip, Day 2.
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