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The North Game of Thrones Tours - 21 Botanic Aven
ue, Belfast, Northern Ireland. For fans of the worldwide phenomenon which was Game of Thrones, this is an absolute must do when in Ireland. The Game of Thrones Tours offer bus tours from various locations around Ireland, but the main events happen in Northern Ireland. It is a once in a lifetime experience to see where Winterfell was first created as well as the Iron Islands, along with tons of different real life filming locations for the show. For those who are not fans of the show and will be strung along by loved ones who are, there is nothing to fear. Despite the tour being centred around filming locations, for the uninitiated it is still a wonderful experience to see the beautiful nature of Ireland visitors may otherwise miss. www.gameofthronestours.com Grianán of Aileach - Inishowen, Co Donegal. Transport in time, thousands of years into the past by visiting Grianán of Aileach, a historical site located in the northern regions of Ireland. Legend states Aileach was built by Dagda as a burial site for his son and it is even believed that St. Patrick visited the location in the 5th century, baptising the local chieftain. Even if the mythology is not a major draw for visiting this location, Grianán of Aileach offers stunning views from its summit. During the 19th century, Dr. Walter Bernard of Derry worked to restore the ring shaped cashel, eventually leading to the site becoming a tourist attraction. 28