Steeped in history with landscapes that go from brilliant beaches to windswept boglands, lakes, mountains to islands, pilgrimage sites to pirate queens, Mayo has it all.
As more people push into once-remote areas, truly quiet spots — devoid of the noise of traffic or crowds of tourists — have become increasingly scarce. Now, a coalition of activists, scientists, and park officials are trying to preserve the last quiet places on the planet.
Of course, there's the craic, ceol (music) and banter but Ireland is also a great place to visit to find some peace and quiet. Ireland is known for its 40 shades of green, its coastline, rolling hills and expansive countryside but where are the most remote locations around this small island off the coast of Europe?