Saturday, 22 August 2009

Burtonport, Ireland


Postmarked Falcarrach, dated 26 August 1972.

Burtonport, Co. Donegal:  This fishing village is an important centre of the herring fishing in West Donegal..  In addition to its harbour which shelters the fleet, it has a curing station which gives much employment in the herring season.  The coastline here is very broken and there are numerous islands off-shore.  The largest of these is Aran, or Arranmore Island famous for its magnificent cliff scenery and marine caves.  A motorboat may be hired at Burtonport for trips to the islands.
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Posted by Sheila @ A Postcard a Day at 22.8.09
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Location: Burtonport, Co. Donegal, Ireland

4 comments:

  1. Beth Niquette23 August 2009 at 06:16

    I'm Irish--Dad says we're of Celtish Irish descent. Anyhow, someday I shall visit that green land. Beautiful postcards

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  2. Blogaire25 August 2009 at 10:42

    Well,this one brings back memories!!!

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  3. Relax Max27 August 2009 at 06:19

    Herring? I never knew. Beautiful place though. I would love to visit the islands and see the sea caves.

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  4. JOHANPOSTCARDS5 November 2010 at 16:17

    Lovely John Hinde Original Postcard !

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