The Aran Islands

The Aran Islands comprise three islands (Inis Mór, Inis Meáin and Inis Óirr) located at the mouth of Galway Bay. The names are Irish language for 'the big island', 'the middle island', 'the south island' respectivly. The Aran Islands are rich in the language, culture and heritage of Ireland. The islands can be reached by sea by catching a ferry at Rossaveal, or by air at Connemara Regional airport near Inverin.