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Lisdoonvarna

Lisdoonvarna is a spa town in Co. Clare, famous for its music and festivals. with a population of 822 people (2002 census)
It takes its name from the Irish Lios Dúin Bhearna meaning the "lios dúin", or enclosured fort, of the gap ("bearna").
In September each year one of Europe's largest matchmaking events is held in the town attracting upwards of 40,000 romantic hopefuls, bachelor farmers and accompanying revellers.
A now-defunct music festival which took place near the town is celebrated in a song of the same name written by the Irish folk singer, Christy Moore.
Reference: Wikipedia
Matchmaker Bar Cathedral AD 1200
Martello Tower Storm Christine