General
Information on County Galway
County Galway is located on the west coast of
Ireland, rich in a splendid and diversified
landscape. It is probably one of the most beautiful
and the most impressive areas of Europe and is rich
in Irish mythology
County Galway is the second largest county of
Ireland (after Cork), it is known as being the
'county in stone wall'. This county is developing
progressively at the present time and many of the
towns are enjoying renewed growth and prosperity.
Connemara is a most famous region in Galway with
its landscapes, mountains, green fields, marshes,
rivers and lakes - all of an incredible beauty.
Situated by the sea, Galway City is a vibrant,
lively place with many things to do and see - pubs,
shops, traditional market every Saturday morning,
Galway Arts Festival, etc
Area
5,939 km2
Population
188,854 inhabitants (CSO : Central Statistical
Office).
Main town
Galway city (57,241 inhabitants ), very young
and dynamic town.
Province
Connaught.
County Galway
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